Domaine Chanson Beaune 1er Cru Bressandes 2023
Beaune 1er Cru
July 10, 2026 - Domaine Chanson Beaune Premier Cru Bressandes is sourced from a 1.1-acre vineyard located on the upper slopes of Beaune, facing east at the mouth of a cool, north-facing valley. Named after Jean Bressand, a 13th-century Canon of Beaune, this vineyard produces some of the village’s most respected wines. The wine presents a brilliant ruby color with intense aromas of raspberry and cherry, complemented by subtle hints of spice and vanilla. On the palate, it offers a dense, deep texture with beautiful tension, elegant tannins, and a long, fruit-driven finish.
James Suckling - May 27, 2025 "Aromas of Meyer lemons, citrus oil, white flowers and flint. The palate is tightly wound with great energy, tension, linear acidity and a textural mouthfeel. A really fresh and precise…
Wine Enthusiast - July 28, 2026
Wine Spectator - December 15, 2025 "An expressive white, exuding peach, pear and lemon flavors wrapped in an embrace of toasty oak. Backed by vibrant acidity, this stays long and balanced on the finish."
Champagne Ayala Rosé Majeur
Champagne
July 09, 2026 - Rosé Majeur is the perfect embodiment of the originality and finesse of the House’s wines. Made predominantly from Chardonnay, it is crafted with the addition of a small proportion of Pinot Noir from the best crus of the Montagne de Reims. A low dosage enables it to express the House style, both feminine and generous, with great elegance. The very high proportion of Chardonnay and the aging process result in a Champagne with remarkable finesse. It ages on the lees for three years, which is more than twice that is required by the appellation.
Wine Spectator - November 30, 2025 "Fresh and harmonious, this well-tailored rosé Champagne integrates a rich vein of chalky minerality and finely honed acidity with the raw silk–like mousse and a lovely range of crunchy white…
Wine Advocate - October 24, 2024 "the NV Rosé Majeur Brut reveals aromas of red berries, pomegranate, grapefruit and raspberries. Moderately weighted, incisive and taut, it's delicately juicy with a long, saline finish."
Château Recougne Rouge 2022
Bordeaux Superieur
July 08, 2026 - Legend has it that Château Recougne earned its name in “recognition” by Henri IV in the early 1600s. Wine has been made here for 400 years, yet the estate feels more relevant than ever. As Bordeaux shifts toward freshness and balance, Recougne has quietly stayed the course, producing pure, energetic wines with red and black fruit and earthy complexity. Bottles from the 1950s and ’60s still drink beautifully. Today, fourth-generation winemaker Marc Milhade carries the torch, focusing on vineyard work and maintaining a low-intervention approach in the cellar.
James Suckling - January 23, 2025 "Ripe dark berries, ground cloves and licorice on the nose, with a subtle stony character. Tight and chewy, with a medium body, firm tannins and a bitter, spiced, walnuty finish."
Poggio al Tufo Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Maremma
July 07, 2026 - The Poggio al Tufo Cabernet Sauvignon comes from the Rompicollo vineyard in Pitigliano, a town near the Tuscan coast known for its volcanic soil which contains a high concentration of tufo, a particular type of volcanic rock. The wine is a deep ruby red and opens with complex aromas of blackberry jam, black pepper, licorice, vanilla, and balsamic herbs. The palate is enveloping and full-bodied, with velvety tannins integrated with a pleasant freshness.
James Suckling - June 24, 2026 "Savory and structured, showing tobacco, dried herbs and cedar layered over blackcurrants and dark cherries. Medium- to full-bodied with compact, chalky tannins and a firm, lingering finish."
Wine Enthusiast - June 01, 2026 "This wine has bold velvety layers that show bing cherry, green bell pepper, and wild herb. The palate feels soft and powerful with its tannins that hold onto flavors of…
Wine Spectator - June 01, 2026 "This red is expressive, offering black currant, blackberry, violet, mineral, tobacco and bell pepper aromas and flavors. Lithe and supple, yet with a line of dense tannins underneath."
Ponzi Vineyards Pinot Gris 2025
Willamette Valley
July 07, 2026 - Ponzi, a pioneer in Oregon Pinot Gris, helped establish it as the state’s first quality white grape variety. Their Pinot Gris is aromatic, expressive, and perfect for easy drinking, offering fantastic value with serious pedigree. Sourced from LIVE Certified Sustainable vineyards like Avellana, Aurora, and Madrona, it features aromas of marmalade, yellow plum, and honeycomb, balanced by lemongrass and lavender. The textured mouthfeel shows dried apricot, mango, and vanilla, finishing with bright acidity and salted caramel.
James Suckling - June 01, 2026 "A crisp and textural wine with aromas of green pears and blossoms, bright acidity, juicy citrus flavors and an incredibly long finish for a light-bodied wine. Nice tension and freshness."
