DOMAINE JJ GIRARD Les Peuillets (2006) Savigny les Beaune 1er Cru
100% Pinot Noir
"This is fresh, bright, pure and expressive with lovely red pinot fruit aromas preceding the supple and attractively textured, delicious and vibrant medium-bodied flavors that display the classic Peuillets minerality on the persistent finish." - Allen Meadows 'Burghound.com'
ERIC TEXIER Saint Joseph Vieille Vignes (2008) 100% Syrah
Eric's second vintage from these rented St Joseph vineyards.
On the more restrained end of the St Joseph scale - waxy soft fruit with gentle wood notes. Seems well crafted rather then the raw power of some from this appellation , making this wine maybe a bit more appealing to a wider audience.
DOMAINE OLIVIER PITHON Le Pilou (2006) Cotes du Roussillon
Domaine Olivier Pithon
100% Carignan
Organic production
DOMAINE OLIVIER PITHON Saturne (2002) Cotes du Roussillon Villages Out of stock
Domaine Olivier Pithon
Grenache, Carignan & a touch of Syrah
Organic production
DOMAINE JOBLOT 'Pieds de Chaume' (2006) Givry Rouge
100% Pinot Noir
"A very pinot nose of fresh cherry and raspberry leads to round, supple, and somewhat light flavors that possess good detail and vibrancy plus an attractive mouth feel on the acceptably long finish." - Allen Meadows 'Burghound.com'.
DOMAINE MATROT Meursault Rouge (2007)
100% Pinot Noir
Very rare indeed to find a red Meursault.
Very young fruity nose. Fresh with some green streaks and a bit of tannin bite, but the fruity Pinot flavours sing out above it. This is a young wine but a real pleasure to drink in its current state.
'A wonderfully fresh and utterly classic red and blue pinot fruit nose that is followed by nicely rich, round and pure flavors that finish with solid dryness in the best sense of the term. This too would make a great restaurant choice as it’s a wine of pleasure and generosity. 88' - Burghound.com - Allen Meadows
VIGNOBLES GUILLAUME Reserve Pinot Noir (2002) Vin de Pays de Franche Comte
Pinot Noir
It is very important to compare this wine to many pinot noirs from the neighbouring region of Burgundy. At this price point it is nearly impossible to find an equivilent wine with such class and depth of flavours. This vintage is just beginning to show some of those really interesting aged notes that makes Pinot so special - whilst the fruit remains pure and elegant.
It may say Vin de Pays on the label - but don't let that fool you.
VINCENT PARIS-CORNAS Granit 30 (2005) 100% Syrah
Available in minute quantities.
This is pure, elegant Syrah at its very best. The number in the title relates to the degree of inclination of the slopes on which the vines grow. The wines are neither filtered nor fined.
DOMAINE CATHERINE & PIERRE BRETON 'Trinch!' (2006) Bourgeuil (magnum, 150cl)
100% Cabernet Franc
Biodynamic
A densely, rich yet enjoyably fruity wine. This is their everyday drinking cuvee yet a perfect example of how wines from this region should be.
DOMAINE JOBLOT 'Clos de Bois Chevaux' (2006) Givry 1er Cru Rouge
100% Pinot Noir
"A beautifully elegant nose of ripe red pinot and a mix of red berry fruits plus a hint of plum complement the supple, round and energetic flavors that possess lovely harmony and punch if a slightly one-dimensional flavor profile. Still, additional depth may come with time and I really like the refinement here." - Allen Meadows 'Burghound.com'
PAUILLAC (2004) Chateau Pedesclaux
POMEROL (2005) L'Hospitalet de Gazin
2nd wine of Chateau Gazin - Petrus next door neighbour.
VOSNE ROMANEE (2006) Domaine D Mugneret
100% Pinot Noir
'A more deeply pitched nose that has a darker fruit profile with attractive spice nuances that are also picked up on the round, rich, supple and textured flavors supported by moderately firm structural elements and a delicious and persistent finish. (86-89)' - Burghound.com - Allen Meadows
VIN DE TABLE Loir (2005) Nocturne
100% Pineau d'Aunis
From 60 year old vines.
A shiny, floral essence with hints of wicker basket on the nose. Light, quite elegant savoury herbal character.
More floral character on the palate, spicy pepperiness with dried herbs. A bit of grip, but it fits nicely.
Very interesting.





