SAUMUR BLANC, FRANCE | 2023
“The 2023 vintage, though shaped by challenging conditions, showcases Brendan’s skill in crafting a wine that stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Guiberteau’s own acclaimed Saumur Blancs.”

BEAUJOLAIS-VILLAGES, FRANCE | 2023
Every once in a while we taste wine from a new producer that makes us stand up and take notice. Such was the case recently when we tried the wines of Elisa Guérin.

CHABLIS, FRANCE | 2022
"The Vocoret family has been growing vines for over four generations, and their commitment to tradition is evident in both their viticulture and winemaking."

GAILLAC, FRANCE | 2022
"Stéphane works with the red grape Braucol (also known as Fer Servadou), one of Gaillac’s most exciting varieties, which produces firm, medium-bodied wines.

CÔTES DU JURA | 2022
"Each vintage is painstakingly crafted with production limited to no more than 1,800 bottles..."

POUILLY-LOCHÉ, BURGUNDY | 2021
Most of his vines are quite old, with many parcels exceeding 70 years of age and his “young” vines averaging 30 years in age.

BOURGOGNE ALIGOTÉ, FRANCE | 2022
”This fresh, textbook Aligoté is sourced from vines in Morey-St-Denis with 70% coming from a venerable 60-year-old planting in the lieu-dit Les Aires, and the remaining 30% from four nearby tiny plots”

SAINT-NICOLAS-DE-BOURGUIEL, FRANCE | 2022
”The Frédéric Mabileau estate, spanning 28 hectares, has become one of the preeminent producers of Cabernet Franc over the past two decades.”

IRANCY, FRANCE | 2018
”The Irancy appellation shares the same Kimmeridgian limestone soils as Chablis, adding a unique flinty flair to its Pinot Noir”

CRU BEAUJOLAIS, FRANCE | 2020
"Chemin des Croix" stands as a unique offering from Clos des Rocs, their sole red wine amidst a portfolio focused on premium chardonnays from the Maconnais.

RASTEAU, FRANCE | 2019

“La Ponce” is one of the estate's flagship wines and is a blend of 80% Syrah and 20% Grenache which beautifully translate the distinctive terroir of the high-elevation clay-limestone vineyard behind the winery.

VIN DE SAVOIE, FRANCE | 2021

The 2021 Aprémont is everything we desire in an Alpine white wine, fresh, with bright citrus notes along with white flowers.

COTEAUX DU LANGUEDOC, FRANCE | 2022

Comprised of 70% Syrah, 15% Mourvèdre, and 15% Grenache, the Cuvée H blend focuses on the dark-fruited and gamey Syrah varietal.

CÔTES DU JURA, FRANCE | 2020

This winter white wine, ideal for Chicago's coldest month of the year, pairs exquisitely with fried fish with lemon, braised white meats in creamy sauces, or cheeses like Comté.

CRÉMANT DE LOIRE, FRANCE | NV

It stands as a testament to the artistry of winemaking, offering exceptional value given the exhaustive craftsmanship invested in creating this affordable sparkler from the renowned terroir of Brézé in the Loire Valley.

ROUSSETTE DE SAVOIE, FRANCE | 2018
There is a lot to discover wine wise in Savoie, and one great place to start is with the wines of fifth generation producer, David Dupasquier and his sister Veronique.

LOIRE VALLEY, FRANCE | 2022
Pouring a glass of “L’Enjouée” is like unlocking a treasure chest of sensations—juicy red berries mingling with a subtle hint of spice and a whisper of earthiness.

CRÉMANT DE LOIRE, FRANCE | 2019

Made from 90% Chenin Blanc and 10% Grolleau, the grapes are all grown on the prized tuffeau soils of Saumur which creates tension, elegance, and precision in the resulting wines.

MUSCADET SÈVRE-ET-MAINE, FRANCE | 2016

This vintage saw 43 months of lees aging which is much longer than the required 2 years mandated for the Cru Commanaux classification.

CHÂTEAUMEILLANT, FRANCE | 2021

I have a thing for sandy-soiled red wines which generally tend to offer robust aromatics, well-integrated acidity, and milder tannins.