Wine Notes
Wine Club Selections
Frédéric Mabileau “Les Rouilleres”
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.”
Benoit Cantin “La Grande Côte”
IRANCY, FRANCE | 2018
”The Irancy appellation shares the same Kimmeridgian limestone soils as Chablis, adding a unique flinty flair to its Pinot Noir”
Clos des Rocs “Chemin des Croix”
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.
Domaine des Escaravailles “La Ponce”
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.
Romain Chamiot “Apremont”
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.
Clos de la Barthassade "Cuvee H"
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.
Domaine des Carlines “La Vouivre”
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.
Arnaud Lambert
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.
Domaine Dupasquier “Altesse”
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.
Famille Ogereau “L’Enjouée”
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.
Bodet-Hérold “Physis” Extra-Brut
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.
Chéreau Carré “L’Orée du Château la Turmelière” Château Thébaud
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.
Domaine Siret-Courtaud
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.
Domaine Yves Cheron “Jurassique”
GIGONDAS, FRANCE | 2017
The Jurassique vineyard…consists of some of the oldest soils made of black marl and limestone that date back to, you guessed it, the Jurassic period between 135-155 million years ago.
Château de Trinquvedel
TAVEL, FRANCE | 2021
Trinquevedel on the nose bursts with buckets of ripe strawberries, orange blossom, and watermelon, whereas the palate leans much more towards tart underripe black fruits, crushed stone, and that profound herby garrigue that the Rhône valley is known for.
Domaine Sérol “Pourquoi Faire Sans Blanc”
VIN DE FRANCE, FRANCE | 2021
“Pourquoi faire sans blanc” or “Why do without white?” is a wine made entirely from organically farmed Chenin Blanc from grape growing friends in Limoux. The high altitude vineyards produce exceptionally fresh Chenin.
Domaine Viret “Renaissance”
VIN DE FRANCE, FRANCE | 2017
There is so much attention to detail that goes into this form of winemaking that it’s one of the very few 100% natural wines that can age for many years.
Domaine Anne-Sophie Dubois “L’Alchemiste”
FLEURIE, CRU BEAUJOLAIS | 2021
The vines for “L’Alchimiste” are more than 40 years old and planted on the granitic soils in the lieu-dit of Les Labourons.
Domaine Gour de Chaulé “Tradition”
GIGONDAS, FRANCE | 2019
“Tradition” is a blend of 80% Grenache, 10% Syrah, and 10% Mourvèdre whole-cluster fermented to allow some contact with these lignified stems that reflect the terroir and nuance the vines have built over the century.
Vices and Vertus “Orgueil”
MUSCADET DE SÈVRE-ET-MAINE, FRANCE | NV
The “Orgueil” brut rosé is made entirely in-house using the méthode traditionelle. The Cabernet Franc grapes are hand harvested and directly pressed, with a short maceration. This wine is a delicious accompaniment to a tray of briny oysters, but it’s also perfect on its own as an aperitif.