Saint-Estèphe doesn't have the prestige of its neighbor to the south, Pauillac, but it's a much more affordable AOC with some famous Chateaux like Cos d'Estournel. Incidentally, Louis-Gaspard d'Estournel... Read More
Les Hauts du Tertre is the second label of Château du Tertre (Fifth Growth classified) and a neighbor of Château Giscours in Margaux. Le Tertre can trace its roots back to the 12th century, but like all Chateaux, there... Read More
We can't believe the lip-smacking punch this $15 Bordeaux delivers. Compared to its 2023 sibling, this year brought more acidity and a lighter body. A blend of biodynamic Cabernet Sauvignon (60%) and Merlot (40%) combined... Read More
Now standard bearers in French natural wine circles, Véronique & Aimé Guibert decided to start making fun fizz upon returning from a trip to Italy. Their pink sparkler is composed of a variety of Languedoc grapes... Read More
If it weren't for second careers, there would be many fewer interesting wines in the world. Before moving to the Loire Valley, Noëlla Morantin lived in Brittany and was pursuing another occupation, but she caught the... Read More