Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "That glorious sweet ainseed nose. Smells like spiced meat - I have had this when medieval meals are recreated and beef is spiced with cloves, cin … view more

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "An amazing nose of cherries, which is so Châteauneuf. Glorious, mega-spicy, liquorice taste. Coffee beans roasting at the end. A gem. In 2011 … view more

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "I cannot resist already this deliciously complex wine, the result of blending several different parcels on the hill of Hermitage." 10/03

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "Fabulous red fruit and black truffles nose. Tawny/brambly taste. The texture is so refined. Such beautiful, healthy fruit. A lesson in wine-m … view more

As one of our good friends in Hong Kong says: "We love Clape!" This is a little whacky, but fun wine. Apples, hay and straw on the nose with a rich texture and healthy acidity, al … view more

This shows the true class of St Joseph, where many of the best Northern Rhone producers are investing. It is exactly what you are looking for with great character, concentration and freshnes … view more

Jamie Ritchie: "The Grenache dominates the 2008 blend and those who love Grenache will be very happy, some others who don`t know Grenache may have second thoughts. I li … view more

Golden raisin aromas, and apricot skin flavors coupled with a creamy, almost waxy texture make for a fun, fresh, exotic drink best paired with a whole, grilled fish like branzino or red snap … view more

Due to the terrific harvest conditions of September and October 2009, Alain Graillot’s Crozes-Hermitage Blanc, a consistent blend of approximately 80% Marsanne and 20% Roussanne, has put on … view more

Graillot’s wines consistently exhibit that textbook, black pepper aroma of Northern Rhone syrah, albeit with more concentration and kick than most. The 2007 is a lovely example of this styl … view more

An exciting, medium bodied, peppery, smoky, yet youthfully juicy Syrah that resembles a lighter weight Hermitage. Recently enjoyed (from bottle – out of magnum the wine would accommodate a … view more

Deep purple in the glass with very seductive spice aromas. An elegantly balanced, medium weight wine, distinct from both the 2006 and 2007; less dense but pretty, and juicy. Recently a bot … view more

As compared with his wines of Crozes Hermitage, Graillot de-stems 100% of his grapes from St. Joseph allowing for a lighter, juicier, more immediately approachable variety of syrah with ligh … view more

Red fruit and spice. Full flavor, good structure, well balanced. Fresh and elegant, spicy with good length. Elegant and enjoyable. 04/11

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "A glorious deep, inky, forest floor nose of blueberries and bilberries. Hedonistic heaven. Such velvety vanillin textures. Great breed and nob … view more

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "A glorious deep, inky, forest floor nose of blueberries and bilberries. Hedonistic heaven. Such velvety vanillin textures. Great breed and nob … view more

Jamie Ritchie: "Classsy Viognier that is has a a clear Viognier nose but is not overbearing. Good weight, balance and acidity. Michelle, Bob and I had no problem polish … view more

Classic, mature Chateauneuf, with great structure and balance. Ready right now. 02/10