France

95 points James Suckling"Stacks of forest berries and spices on the deep and complex nose. Enormously concentrated for a non-premier cru, yet the palate remains medium-bodied. And just when you think you’ve got everything it has to give, the earthy...

Jancis Robinson"Complex and inviting aroma that has both bright citrus fruit and lovely leesy richness. But even with all that there is a nice stone-dust/mineral aspect to it. Lots going on here. Deep, creamy, zesty, the texture rounding out the acidity...

96 points James Suckling"Perfume and darkness meet in your glass. A fabulous village-level wine that's so suave and sensuous. Everything fits together so beautifully. Super-long and silky finish. A cuvee of wine from two separate plots, one in the...

97 points James Suckling"This dares to be super-elegant and refined for an appellation that's presumed to give only big and brawny wines, and he who dares wins. The red berry fruit is interwoven with smoke, earth and grilled artichokes. Sleek and...

Vinous Reverie NotesDomaine Besson is situated in Chablis and is well-regarded for producing exceptional wines that showcase the true essence of Burgundy's terroir. Domaine has a rich history dating back several generations, and it remains a...

96 points Decanter"The 300-metre rows in the domaine's 4ha of Champans run from the top to the bottom of the slope, taking in both brown and red soils. The result is a very complete, self-assured expression of the premier cru, showing the focus and...

96 points Wine Spectator"Elegant and approachable, this stunning red offers seductive aromatics of smoked incense and red tea, with floral high notes, followed by a well of cassis, licorice and red currant flavors coated in graphite. Dusty in feel, with...

98+ points Jeb Dunnuck"On another level, the 2019 Ermitage Ex Voto Blanc is more reductive and tight, with a brilliant, concentrated, full-bodied, layered profile on the palate. White currants, quinces, scorched earth, and charcoal all define this...

94 points Wine Enthusiast"This is the nonvintage Champagne from this producer. With its richness and high percentage of Pinot Noir, it reflects the house style. Touches of spice and a light structure give shape to the white fruits. Drink now."94...

Vinous Reverie NotesAnyone looking for the best houses in the Sancerre region will sooner or later come across the brothers Clément and Florent Pinard. They are 15 generations old and experienced winemakers. The winery is named after the brothers'...

95 points Decanter"If it’s good enough for James Bond, it’s good enough for you. Bollinger Champagne has made a number of cameos in James Bond films over the year. This non-vintage Special Cuvée is an example of a classic Champagne...

93 points Wine & Spirits"Moncuit’s wines are all from single villages and single years—this one from the family’s parcels in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and the 2016 vintage. Fermented spontaneously in stainless steel, it is markedly tense...