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Domaine Eugène Carrel Et Fils Mondeuse Jongieux 2017
Jongieux is the main sub-region of Vin de Savoie situated on the rocky soils of the Alps in Eastern France. Mondeuse, genetically related to Syrah,
Wine Review: Moillard Pouilly Fuissé Sous la Grotte 2017
A clumsy, fat bottom Chardonnay but not without charm. From a long-standing Burgundian négociant house that is no longer family owned. Pouilly-Fuisse in the Mâconnais,
Wine Review: Jean-Marc Brocard Chablis Premier Cru Vau De Vey 2018
This wine gives you exuberance two ways: Bracing, spirited, and urgent in the upper register with a carefree, dreamy, mellow foundation. Being Chablis, the crisp,
Wine Review: Domaine des Herbauges Muscadet Cotes de Grandlieu Clos de la Sénaigerie Sur Lie 2018
Muscadet is always angular and lean, but I look for a seam of limpid, understated flesh to counter the searing acidity. This one has a
Wine Review: Le Clos de Caillou “Les Quartz” Côtes du Rhône 2016
This Grenache-dominated Rhone blend has the guts of a warrior and the charm of a child. There is a sweetheart ready to break out but
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 