We're so glad the Mosse family finally decided to put Bangarang in a clear bottle. This blend of Pineau D'Aunis (60%), Grolleau (30%), and Cabernet Franc comes together to create a gorgeous pink-purple color. One glance... Read More
Agnes Paquet makes a whole variety of red and white wines all over Cotes de Beaune, but her sparkler is one of the most exciting wines to come out of Burgundy for a while. She even turned Aligote, not the most thrilling varietal,... Read More
Italy produces a surprisingly large amount of sparkling wine with a combination of Moscato, Prosecco, Lambrusco, and other Spumante/Frizzante. Most of it is meant for daily consumption and is priced between $10 and $20, but an... Read More
Foillard's Côte de Brouilly from southern Beaujolais is a silky, supple mouthful of dark berries, pink citrus acids, and a streak of minerals. Chillable.
Located across the Rhône River from Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC, the region of Tavel is unique because it produces only rosé. The wine is so distinct that it has gained a following of notable like popes, kings,... Read More
Stephen Hagen grows six clones of Pinot Noir in addition to Pinot Gris on his 20.5 acres of chemical-free farm and vineyards. The Farm's Pinot selection includes Juel, Passiflora, Luxuria, and Perpetua Rubrum, which are priced... Read More
Brad and Kathleen McLeroy pioneered a new sub-appellation of the Willamette Valley known as Ribbon Ridge near Newberg, Oregon, where the couple planted 20 acres of prime vineyards with various Pinot clones. This vintage of Ayres'... Read More
Catarratto is a varietal that deserves more attention, particularly from enthusiasts of maritime whites like Muscadet, as well as wines from the Greek islands and coastal Spain—or Marsala on Sicily’s western coast.... Read More
Charles Bieler is a winemaking juggernaut with colabs around the world, but no project is more important than the one he has with his father at Bieler Pere et Fils. After selling Chateau Routas in 2005, the family has been dedicated... Read More
While many Champagne houses have gone the way of multinational ownership, Billecart remains a family business after more than 200 years. Established in 1818 with the marriage of Nicolas François Billecart and Elisabeth... Read More
In addition to Bisol’s “Grand Cru” vintage Proseccos, they also craft this everyday version of organic Brut Superiore. Jeio is serious bubbly made with handpicked, 10-50-year-old, Glera vines from 35 steep plots... Read More
