France

Vinous Reverie NotesAround 1850, Alexis Seguin owned a small wine estate in Gevrey-Chambertin and grafted his own vines. This knowledge gave him an edge during the phylloxera crisis: he was one of the first in Burgundy – a pioneer, for sure...

2 Stars Guide Hachette"Manual harvest, complete destemming and long aging in vats (16 months), everything has been thought of to create a complex wine that will keep well. The nose, still discreet and youthful, is tinged with scents of fresh blackberry,...

2 Stars Guide Hachette"A recommendable producer across its entire range, who delighted the jury with this racy Sauvignon, with a subtle nose of citrus and white fruits. The palate delights with its caressing texture, its perfectly round flesh, its energy...

Vinous Reverie Notes The Brunet estate is situated in the Loire Valley in what’s known as the premiere cote de Vouvray. Nicolas Brunet is the 9th generation of Brunet winemakers. He upholds the family’s cultivationg &...

91 points Decanter"Crisp green apple notes on the nose, the palate is lively with fine bubbles and such juicy apple flavours - crisp green and bruised red giving a wonderful impact on the palate with bright lemon coming in on the finish. Clean and clear,...

100 points Jeb Dunnuck"As always, the 2019 Côte Rôtie La Landonne is all Syrah that was not destemmed and will spend four years in new French oak. A wine with perfection written all over it, it's one of the most impressive barrel samples to...

91 points John Gilman, View from the Cellar Vinous Reverie NotesTasting Notes: Jasmine and almond shine through a mineral driven, slightly creamy texture, with bright undertones of green apple and grapefruit. Food Pairing: Perfect as an aperitif...

93 points Burghound"A ripe yet still reasonably typical nose reflects notes of lemon confit, white flowers, oyster shell and seashore nuances. The sleek, intense and delineated flavors possess good vibrancy on the notably more refined if not quite as...

Vinous Reverie NotesThis terrific Cremant is a blend of third each Chardonnay, Pinot Noir & Aligote, all from around Pouilly-Fuisse in the Macon. This estate is owned and managed by the jubilant Marie-Pierre Manciat, who represents the 5th...

Vinous Reverie NotesThe Ventoux region is quite massive, with a deluge of mediocre bulk wines. But, there are parts that possess incredible terroir. In the northern section of the appellation rise the peaks of the Dentelles de Montmirail. On the...

96 points Jeb Dunnuck“This estate makes a brilliant white, and their 2020 Château Couhins Blanc is pure gold, offering a bright citrus and lemon zest core as well as lots of white flowers and honeyed mineral-like nuances. Medium-bodied,...

93 points John Gilman, View from the Cellar"The Gadais family’s Domaine de la Tourmaline is located in the Cru village of Saint Fiacre. Their 2021 Muscadet is outstanding on both the nose and palate, with the beautifully maritime bouquet hopping...