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2023 Anonymous Wine Collective Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
Review Date: 10-03-2026
Mystery producer, serious pedigree. The fruit comes mostly from 40-year-old vines on Franciscan sandstone, and it's built from the Pommard, Swan, 667 and 115 clones. It was fermented with native yeasts and 30% whole clusters, then aged 18 months in mostly seasoned French oak. The cool 2023 vintage shows in every sip. Bright red cherry, wild strawberry and cranberry are layered with forest floor, blood orange, and that savory, almost briny Anderson Valley edge. The stems add lift and a little spice, and the tannins are fine-grained with lively acidity. It's drinking beautifully now and should keep improving over the next 5 to 7 years. If you want Burgundian restraint at a California price, start here. Pair it with duck, mushroom risotto, or grilled salmon.
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2025 Anonymous Wine Collective Petaluma Gap Chardonnay
Review Date: 10-03-2026
Don't let the blacked-out label fool you. This comes from a well-known site in the heart of the Petaluma Gap, where near-constant wind off the Pacific keeps yields low and acidity bright. It was barrel fermented and aged 10 months in mostly seasoned French oak (30% new), so it lands right in the sweet spot. Crisp green apple and pear lead, with lemon curd and a little white peach. Toasted brioche and hazelnut stay in the background instead of taking over, and the cobbly alluvial soils show up as a stony, saline finish. At 13.9% it's generous without being heavy. It's a great answer for the "not too oaky, not too lean" customer, and it's a steal for a single-vineyard Sonoma Coast-style Chard. Pour it with roast chicken, crab, or scallops in brown butter.
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Billecart-Salmon "Sous Bois" Brut Champagne
Review Date: 09-30-2026
It has a baby Krug feel. Billecart's Sous Bois is 100% barrel-fermented in a mix of sizes and shapes. It's built on the 2018 harvest with 37% reserve wines going back to 2006, then dosed at just 3 grams per liter. The blend is close to an even split: 38% Chardonnay, 29% Pinot Noir, 33% Meunier. The result is rich, layered and classy. It's the perfect gift when someone wants a name they recognize for under $100.
Gilbert Jacquesson "Cuvée Eugénie" Brut Rosé Champagne
Review Date: 09-30-2026
This is a Meunier rosé with real color and real depth. It's 90% the estate's white Meunier, blended with 10% old-vine Meunier made into red wine. That's no small feat this far north, where getting skins clean enough for red wine takes serious vineyard work. It drinks almost like a red sparkling wine rather than a delicate pink, with a touch of bread underneath. It's named for the couple's daughter, who runs the estate's social media and does it better than some of the big houses. At $34.99, it's one of the best-value rosé Champagnes in the store.
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$34.99
Gilbert Jacquesson "Cuvée Prestige" Brut Champagne
Review Date: 09-30-2026
This smells like raw croissant dough in the best way. Forty percent of the blend is Meunier drawn from a barrel-aged perpetual reserve started in the early 2000s, so dozens of vintages are layered in. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir split the rest. The wine goes through full malolactic and spends more than five years on the lees. The result is rich, bready and full of character. At under $40, it tastes far more expensive than it is.
Gilbert Jacquesson "Cuvée Tradition" Blanc de Noirs Brut Champagne
Review Date: 09-30-2026
This Champagne shows the character of pure Pinot Meunier: a generous, fruit-forward style with approachable charm. The nose gives ripe apple, white peach, and a touch of honeysuckle, layered with subtle pastry and almond notes. On the palate it’s rounded and supple, with flavors of stone fruit and citrus zest balanced by a fine chalky minerality. The mousse is delicate yet persistent, carrying through to a clean, slightly floral finish. A well-crafted grower Champagne that’s both elegant and inviting — ideal for aperitif or alongside lighter dishes like sushi or creamy cheeses.
Price:
$29.99
Egrot Extra Brut Champagne
Review Date: 09-30-2026
Same great Aÿ blend, with less sugar and more time. It keeps the
two-thirds Pinot Noir, one-third Chardonnay recipe of the Brut but spends five years on the lees and gets roughly 4 grams per liter of dosage. That leaves the chalk and black cherry core even more exposed. For two dollars more than the Brut, it's for the drinker who wants their Pinot-driven Champagne precise and mineral.
Price:
$39.99
Egrot Brut Champagne
Review Date: 09-30-2026
Picture black cherry in a bag of chalk. Aÿ pairs some of Champagne's
steepest south-facing slopes with its purest chalk, and this bottling shows both: powerful, ripe Pinot fruit (two-thirds of the blend) wrapped around a core of minerality. It's almost all Aÿ Grand Cru, fermented in stainless steel and aged three years on the lees. A faint, clean reductive note, like truffle or struck match, adds intrigue. You may know this estate as Elisabeth Goutorbe. The name changed, but the quality never skipped a beat.
Price:
$37.99
Damien Hugot Rosé Extra Brut Champagne
Review Date: 09-30-2026
Dry, elegant, and savory rather than fruity. Wild strawberry, blood orange, and rose petal sit over a mineral-driven core. Crisp, refreshing, and extremely food-friendly — a rosé Champagne for serious drinkers.
Price:
$44.99
Damien Hugot Grand Cru "Vieilles Vignes" Blanc de Blancs Champagne
Review Date: 09-30-2026
Old vines bring extra weight and complexity. Ripe citrus, pear skin, and hazelnut meet deep chalky minerality. Broader and more commanding on the palate, yet still precise and elegant.
Price:
$99.99
2016 Damien Hugot Grand Cru "Cramant" Blanc de Blancs Millesime
Review Date: 09-30-2026
A refined and expressive Grand Cru Champagne showing the finesse of Cramant. Lemon curd, baked apple, and crushed oyster shell unfold slowly, supported by bottle age that adds depth without heaviness. Focused, layered, and quietly powerful.
Price:
$64.99
Damien Hugot Grand Cru Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne
Review Date: 09-30-2026
Slightly rounder and more generous than the extra brut, yet still clean and mineral driven. Notes of green apple, Meyer lemon, and white flowers glide into the subtly creamy mid-palate before finishing crisp and dry. Elegant, versatile, and beautifully balanced.
Price:
$42.99
Damien Hugot "Hommage 1921" Extra Brut Champagne
Review Date: 09-30-2026
Textural and expressive, offering yellow apple, toasted almond, and subtle brioche over a firm mineral backbone. Calm, confident, and restrained, this Champagne rewards slow sipping and thoughtful appreciation.
Price:
$49.99
Damien Hugot Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru
Review Date: 09-30-2026
Lesser-focused and bright, this champagne is all about purity. Green apple, lemon peel, and crushed chalk lead the way, followed by a saline snap that keeps everything razor-sharp. Bone-dry, precise, and refreshing -- a Champagne for lovers of tension and clarity.
Price:
$49.99
2024 Trois Noix "Muir Hanna Vineyard" Oak Knoll District Napa Valley Chardonnay
Review Date: 08-31-2026
From the same area of Oak Knoll that produced the 1973 Judgement of Paris-winning Chardonnay—and it drinks like that lineage. White peach, green apple, and jasmine over a whisper of honeycomb, all in tight focus. Entirely neutral oak and only partial malo keep it lean, crisp, and mineral, the volcanic-and-marine-shale soils lending real cut. Medium-bodied, energetic, and pure. Anyone expecting oaky-buttery Napa Chard will be happily disarmed. Absurd value at $15.
2023 Trois Noix "Rancho Pequeño Vineyard" Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon
Review Date: 08-12-2026
The Araujo family’s own east-Oakville estate, on red volcanic loam off the Vaca alluvial fan—and it wears that pedigree quietly. Cassis, black cherry, and dark plum framed by cedar, crushed rock, and violet. Just 25% new French oak and modest ripeness make for a restrained, elegant style: firm but polished tannins, real freshness, and a long, savory finish. This is Oakville Cabernet with the volume dialed back and the detail turned up—serious wine at a fraction of its usual ask.
2023 Trois Noix "Muir Hanna Vineyard" Oak Knoll Napa Valley Cabernet Franc
Review Date: 08-12-2026
A tiny planting, handled with restraint: 22 months in French oak (78% neutral) lets the variety’s savory side lead. Expect crushed red and black currant, violet, graphite, and a green herb lift that reads as varietal signature rather than under-ripeness. Trois Noix’s earlier picked keeps it crunchy and fresh, with fine-grained tannins and gastronomic acidity. Elegant, aromatic, and built for the table—Cab Franc for people who love Chinon as much as Napa.
2024 Trois Noix "Ryan's Vineyard" Oak Knoll District Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
Review Date: 08-12-2026
The Sauvignon Musqué does the talking here: jasmine, citrus blossom, and white peach lift out of the glass, backed by lychee and honeydew. Six months of neutral oak on fine lees builds a supple, faintly creamy texture without ever weighing down the fruit. Bright, focused acidity carries a long, mineral-laced finish. Oak Knoll’s cool nights and big diurnal swings show in the tension—this is barrel-fermented Napa SB with Sancerre ambitions, not a supermarket pour. A staggering steal at this price.
2025 Trois Noix "Kajita Vineyard" Sonoma Valley Rosé of Pinot Noir
Review Date: 08-07-2026
This project delivers exactly the pale, whisper-pink Provence homage the glass promises. Pinot Noir picked early and pressed straight to salmon-onionskin color, then coaxed into something taut and mineral. Expect wild strawberry, white peach, blood orange rind, and a saline-crushed-stone lift that keeps it honest. Bone-dry, high-toned, and cut with the kind of acidity that makes you reach for the bottle again before you’ve decided to.
This is patio wine with a résumé—serious enough for the table, easy enough to drink without thinking. Chill hard, pour into a real glass, and don’t overthink the pairing: oysters, a niçoise, a roast chicken with too much lemon. Drink now through summer; rosé rewards nobody who waits.
2025 closes the book on Trois Noix rosé; the final vintage, and worth stocking your fridge accordingly.
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2018 Launois "Helia" Rosé Champagne
Review Date: 07-15-2026
A gorgeous grower rosé with charm and precision in equal measure. Fresh strawberry and red cherry lead, accented by citrus, white flowers, and a touch of brioche. The palate is bright and delicate, with fine bubbles, crisp acidity, and a clean, mineral finish. Elegant and food-friendly—a rosé for sipping and for the table alike.
Price:
$74.99
2017 Launois "Helia" Grand Cru Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne
Review Date: 07-15-2026
A single-vintage Grand Cru statement from a strong Chardonnay year. Ripe orchard fruit and citrus mingle with brioche, hazelnut, and deep chalky minerality. The palate is juicy and generous yet chiseled, with vibrant acidity and a long, saline finish. A concentrated, age-worthy Blanc de Blancs that shows just how good Le Mesnil Chardonnay can be.
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$79.99
Launois "Veuve Clemence" Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne
Review Date: 07-15-2026
A refined all-Chardonnay cuvée with a touch more richness and depth. Aromas of poached pear, lemon curd, brioche, and toasted almond unfold gracefully. The palate is creamy yet taut, its chalky backbone keeping everything fresh and focused through a long finish. Elegant and vinous—Blanc de Blancs with real presence.
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$44.99
Launois "Cuvée Réservée" Grand Cru Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne
Review Date: 07-15-2026
Grand Cru Chardonnay from an esteemed Le Mesnil grower, and a steal at this price. Lemon, green apple, and white flowers lead into a chalky, saline palate with real Côte des Blancs character. Fine bubbles and crisp acidity carry a clean, mineral finish. Precise, elegant, and a benchmark entry point into grower Blanc de Blancs.
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$39.99
Ariston Aspasie "Cépages d'Antan" Brut Champagne
Review Date: 07-15-2026
The prestige bottling, and a fascinating one—a co-planted, co-pressed, co-fermented field blend from a single vineyard. The result is a wine of striking energy: intense citrus, orchard fruit, toasted grain, and a deep, savory minerality. The palate is high-toned and bright, tightly structured, with laser-cut acidity and remarkable length. Ambitious, distinctive grower Champagne for the serious collector.
Price:
$119.99
2014 Ariston Aspasie Brut Champagne
Review Date: 07-15-2026
A vintage grower Champagne with an airy, refined style and lovely complexity. An even blend of the three grapes shows baked apple, citrus, toasted brioche, and a deep wet-stone minerality. The palate is elegant and precise, with fine bubbles and a long, chalky finish. Poised and characterful—a beautiful expression of the house style with great mineral drive.
Price:
$49.99
Ariston Aspasie Blanc de Blancs Brut Champagne
Review Date: 07-15-2026
All-Chardonnay elegance from a top small grower. Lemon zest, white peach, and white flowers lead into a taut, chalk-driven palate with a creamy mid-palate for balance. Fine bubbles and crisp acidity carry a long, mineral finish. Precise, refreshing, and deeply satisfying—a delicious Blanc de Blancs that keeps you coming back.
Price:
$44.99
Ariston Aspasie "Réserve" Brut Champagne
Review Date: 07-15-2026
A grower gem that overdelivers at this price. A Chardonnay-led blend rounded out with Pinot and Meunier gives aromas of pear, lemon, and fresh-baked bread with a nutty undertone. The palate is round and generous, balanced by bright acidity and a clean, dry finish. Charming, versatile, and a genuine value in grower Champagne.
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$37.99
Baron-Fuenté "7" Brut Champagne
Review Date: 07-15-2026
The house’s ambitious cuvée, built on a blend of all three grapes and extended lees aging for real depth. Layers of baked apple, toasted brioche, roasted nuts, and candied citrus unfold slowly. The palate is rich and vinous but kept lively by firm acidity, finishing long and savory. A serious Champagne that rewards a proper glass and a little attention.
2018 Baron-Fuenté "Rebelle" Brut Nature Champagne
Review Date: 07-15-2026
Zero dosage done right—clean, precise, and nothing to hide behind. An equal Chardonnay-Meunier split gives it both cut and flesh: green apple, white flowers, and citrus zest over a chalky, saline core. The palate is bone-dry and taut, all bright fruit and mineral tension through a crisp finish. A transparent, characterful bottle for drinkers who want purity over polish.
Baron-Fuenté "Quinconce" Brut Champagne (formerly Esprit)
Review Date: 07-15-2026
A step up in polish and complexity, this three-grape blend brings real balance to the glass. Orchard fruit and lemon curd mingle with brioche, almond, and a hint of honey from time on the lees. The palate is generous yet fresh, with a creamy texture and a lively, mineral finish. A crowd-pleasing, food-friendly Champagne that’s easy to love.
Price:
$39.99
Baron-Fuenté "Grande Réserve" Brut Champagne
Review Date: 07-15-2026
An honest, characterful grower Champagne and a benchmark house-pour value. Fresh apple, pear, and citrus lead into a toasty, bread-dough note that adds depth. The palate is round and approachable with a fine bead and a clean, dry finish. Easygoing and versatile—perfect for a party or an everyday pour that punches above its price.
2024 Pencarrow Sauvignon Blanc Martinborough
Review Date: 07-10-2026
A dry Sauvignon Blanc from Martinborough at the southern tip of New Zealand’s North Island, the second label of Palliser Estate. Cooler, more maritime than Marlborough, the region gives a slightly more restrained, textural take on the grape. Expect passionfruit, fresh-cut grass, and grapefruit with a green herbal lift, crisp acidity, and a clean, zesty finish. Vibrant, easy-drinking, and a steal at $19.99.
2019 Duhart-Milon, Pauillac
Review Date: 06-20-2026
The only Fourth Growth in Pauillac, sitting on the Milon hillside right next to Lafite and sharing its winemaking team since 1962—pedigree you can taste. The 2019 is classic Pauillac: a powerful core of black currant and dark cherry framed by graphite, cedar, and a savory tobacco-leaf edge. The palate is deep and structured, built on gravel-grown Cabernet (67%) with Merlot for flesh, carried by firm, finely grained tannins and a long, mineral finish. Drinking well with a decant now but built for the cellar—give it 8 to 15 years and it will reward you. A genuine taste of Lafite’s neighborhood at a relative bargain.
2014 l'Evangile, Pomerol
Review Date: 06-20-2026
A Rothschild-owned Pomerol jewel sitting in rarefied company—bordered by Pétrus and a stone’s throw from Cheval Blanc. From the estate’s privileged gravel-over-clay terroir comes a wine of real opulence and precision. Plush black cherry, plum, and crème de cassis lead, deepening into truffle, cocoa, violets, and a savory earthiness that only great Pomerol delivers. The Merlot-led palate is velvety and seamless, with polished tannins and a long, perfumed finish. At a decade old it’s drinking beautifully but has years left to give. Decant an hour and savor it with something special.
2010 Carruades de Lafite, Pauillac
Review Date: 06-20-2026
The second wine of Lafite, drawn from plots adjacent to the First Growth’s hilltop vines and from one of the greatest Bordeaux vintages of the modern era. The 2010 carries unmistakable Lafite breeding: aromas of black currant, pencil shavings, cedar, and crushed stone with a floral lift. The palate is refined and tightly woven—a Cabernet-led blend with Merlot for generosity—showing firm tannins, vibrant acidity, and remarkable length. Still young for a 2010; decant a full hour now or, better, cellar it another 5 to 10 years. Lafite’s elegance at a fraction of the First Growth price.
2021 Quinta de Saes Tinto Dão
Review Date: 06-17-2026
The 2021 Quinta de Saes Tinto Dão is one of Portugal’s great under-the-radar values, made by the Quinta da Pellada team—one of the region’s most respected producers—this is a field blend of native grapes, and it shows real character for the price. Bright red and black berry fruit lead, accented by violets, dried herbs, and a smoky, mineral edge that comes straight from the granite soils. The palate is medium-bodied and fresh, with firm but fine-grained tannins and a lively acidity that keeps it food-friendly. Earthy, elegant, and distinctly Portuguese.
Fallet-Dart "Clos du Mont" Brut Champagne (2006)
Review Date: 06-12-2026
The 2006 Fallet Dart “Les Hauts des Clos du Mont” feels like a Champagne that has finally settled into itself. The mousse is soft and refined, more silk than sparkle, opening with aromas of toasted brioche, roasted almond, honeyed apple, and a subtle chalky depth that immediately signals age and complexity. On the palate it’s broad and layered, showing baked pear, lemon curd, hazelnut, and a touch of caramelized sugar, all carried by a quiet but persistent line of acidity that keeps everything balanced. The finish is long, savory, and mineral-driven, leaving behind notes of warm pastry and saline stone. This is not a loud or flashy Champagne — it’s mature, composed, and indulgent in a slow, luxurious way, made for dim lights, long conversations, and unhurried drinking.
Price:
$79.99
2023 Laberinto "Arcillas" Riesling Valle de Maule
Review Date: 06-06-2026
A thrilling, off-the-beaten-path Riesling from one of Chile’s most influential winemakers. Sourced from a 1995-planted vineyard at 1,800 feet on volcanic soils, hand-harvested, fermented with indigenous yeasts, and given skin contact and time in clay amphora and concrete. The result is textural and electric—lime zest, white peach, wet stone, and a savory, almost briny edge. Bone-dry and laser-focused, with a long, mineral finish. Distinctive, ambitious, and a screaming value for anyone who wants Riesling with real character.
2023 Method Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Review Date: 06-06-2026
Classic Napa Cabernet with the polish you’d expect and a price that doesn’t scare you off. The 2023 leads with ripe black currant, blackberry, and dark cherry, layered with notes of cocoa, sweet cedar, vanilla, and a whisper of crushed herb. The palate is rich and full-bodied, with plush, well-integrated tannins and just enough acidity to keep all that dark fruit lively. Oak is present but tasteful, framing the wine rather than dominating it, and the finish is long, smooth, and gently spiced. Approachable now with a short decant, but with the structure to develop over the next several years. A confident, crowd-pleasing Napa Cab—pour it with a ribeye and watch it disappear.
2015 Famiglia Cottarella Sodale Merlot
Review Date: 06-06-2026
Proof that Lazio can do serious Merlot—and that some of the best values come from the regions nobody’s watching. Made by celebrated winemaker Riccardo Cotarella on his home turf outside Rome, this is grown in volcanic soils and given the kind of attention usually reserved for far flashier addresses. With a decade of bottle age behind it, the 2015 has landed right in its sweet spot.
Ripe black cherry and plum lead on the nose, then slowly unfurl into cocoa, sweet pipe tobacco, dried herbs, and a savory note of forest floor that only comes with age. The palate is plush and velvety with mature, silky tannins and a mocha-tinged depth from the volcanic terroir, all kept balanced and lifted by a line of fresh acidity. The finish is long, savory, and gently spiced.
Drinking beautifully now—give it a 30-minute decant and pour it with braised short ribs, mushroom risotto, or anything off the grill. A sophisticated, mature Merlot from an unexpected corner of Italy.
Price:
$9.99
2022 Dominio de Atauta Ribera del Duero
Review Date: 06-06-2026
The flagship, and the most serious wine in the whole lineup—all about texture, not power. Sourced from microscopic plots of ancient 120- to 140-year-old pre-phylloxera vines rooted in limestone bedrock, it shows a chalky minerality and a striking note of powdered stone that comes straight from the rock. Dense, structured, and super precise, with dark fruit framed by firm tannins and savory depth. Decant a full hour or cellar it 8 to 12 years. A top pick.
2019 Miguel Merino Reserva Rioja
Review Date: 06-06-2026
This is Rioja with depth, patience, and real class. Layers of dried cherry, plum skin, tobacco, and warm baking spice unfold slowly from the glass, giving a wine beautifully mature and composed despite its youthful energy. The palate is silky and deeply savory, with finely integrated oak framing the fruit rather than overpowering it. There’s a quiet intensity here—nothing flashy, just confident winemaking and exceptional balance. The finish lingers with notes of leather, crushed herbs, and earthy minerality, making this a Reserva that feels both timeless and remarkably polished.
2019 Miguel Merino Gran Reserva Rioja
Review Date: 06-06-2026
This is Rioja with real gravitas. The nose opens with dried cherry, tobacco leaf, cedar, worn leather, and sweet baking spice, but there’s still a vibrant core of red fruit keeping everything alive and lifted. The palate is silky and layered, unfolding slowly with notes of black tea, balsamic, dusty earth, and finely integrated oak. What makes this especially compelling is the balance between maturity and energy—it carries the soul of traditional Rioja, but with remarkable precision and freshness underneath the depth. Long, elegant, and quietly dramatic, this feels like a wine made to linger over for hours rather than simply drink.
2021 Gramona "Aliances La Cuvee" Brut Corpinnat (Cava)
Review Date: 06-06-2026
Proof that Spain’s traditional-method sparklers belong in the conversation with Champagne. Gramona left Cava behind to help found Corpinnat, and the extra ambition shows—24 to 34 months on the lees give this real depth. Toasty brioche, almond, and ripe orchard fruit lead into a bone-dry, finely beaded palate built on Xarel·lo, Macabeu, and a touch of Parellada. Long, savory, and impeccably balanced—a staff favorite and an absolute steal that’s brilliant with oysters.
2018 Billecart-Salmon 250th Anniversary Vintage Champagne
Review Date: 06-03-2026
One of the best recent vintages, similar in spirit to 2002, and a fitting tribute for the house’s 250th. Lovely from the first pour—always a crowd-pleaser—with a beautiful balance of subtle oak and crisp acidity. Layers of white fruit, toasted brioche, and citrus zest carry through a long, refined finish. A polished, celebratory Champagne that delivers elegance and crowd appeal in equal measure.
Price:
$119.99
2019 Fallet-Dart "Pur Meunier" Champagne
Review Date: 06-03-2026
A pure and expressive take on Meunier that really shows why the grape matters in Champagne. Ripe red apple, pear, and gentle baking spice lead the way, followed by subtle notes of stone fruit and a faint earthy edge that adds complexity. The palate is rounder and more generous than the house’s blends, with a soft, cushioning texture balanced by lively acidity that keeps everything fresh and energetic. There’s a quiet confidence to this wine — characterful without being heavy, expressive without losing precision. Distinctive, food-friendly, and deeply satisfying, this is Meunier in its most honest and compelling form.
Price:
$69.99
2018 Fallet-Dart Extra Brut Champagne
Review Date: 06-03-2026
A warm-vintage cuvée—70% chardonnay, 15% meunier, 15% pinot noir—finished with a low dosage that lets the fruit speak. Ripe pear, citrus, and toasty notes are framed by a dry, focused structure. The warmth of the vintage gives generosity, while the extra-brut finish keeps it tight and refreshing. A versatile, food-friendly bottle that bridges richness and precision.
Price:
$49.99
Fallet-Dart "Heres" Brut Champagne
Review Date: 06-03-2026
From a family farming the far western edge of Champagne, now in its 13th generation. A 2018 base of roughly 70% pinot meunier and 15% chardonnay gives this an inviting, easygoing nose and palate. Ripe orchard fruit, fresh-baked bread, and a touch of spice make it immediately likable. Honest, generous, easy-drinking Champagne with real heritage behind it.
2017 Boulard-Bauquaire "Les Fervins" Verzenay Grand Cru Brut Champagne
Review Date: 06-03-2026
A Verzenay Grand Cru that splits the difference—half chardonnay, half pinot noir—and gets the best of both. A lovely round palate is lifted by bright acid that keeps everything balanced and lively. Layers of stone fruit, citrus, toasted nuts, and chalk build toward a long, mineral finish. A complete, age-worthy Champagne that shows just how good Verzenay can be.
Price:
$119.99
Boulard-Bauquaire "Trepail" Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne Vieilles Vignes
Review Date: 06-03-2026
From 75-year-old vines on selected high-quality fruit, this is old-vine chardonnay with depth to spare. Lemon, white peach, and toasted grain on the nose; a round, concentrated palate carried by vibrant acidity. There’s real intensity and old-vine texture here for the money. A serious, savory Blanc de Blancs that punches well above its price.
Price:
$44.99
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