known for its intensely mineral
after Robert Arnoux died in February
Friuli has earned its reputation for world-class whites
Philippe Alliet sealed the deal for Chinon by building his reference point in Bordeaux rather than Burgundy
the tannins softened and the fruit giving way to licorice
Griesel & Compagnie, Tradition Blanc et Noir, NV (Pre-sale, wine arrives by the end of August) BFCM2022 known for its intensely mineralOne of the best values in non vintage sparkling wine on the market today. 80% is from the 2023 vintage, known for balanced ripeness and acidity. Five percent comes from their perpetuelle reserve, currently made up of 20142022 vintages, with the rest from a blend of the last few years. All four French grape varieties are represented and felt on the palatedelicate Chardonnay, spicy Pinot Blanc, powerful Pinot Noir, and tart, cherry pie inflected Pinot