Jura Chardonnays Recently Tasted: Gréa, Pélican/d'Angerville, Pinte, Tissot

 

Recent vintages have been challenging in the region due to problems such as frost, hail, and scorching weather. Each wine has to be evaluated on its own, not by vintage. (Continue reading here.)

Current Release Champagnes from Bonnaire

 


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Bonnaire is located in the village of Cramant on the Côte de Blancs. Celebrating its 90th anniversary this year, it has long been a favorite of mine. (Continue reading here.)


The Fabulous Champagnes of Pascal Agrapart


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The estate has long been one of my favorites. For many years, it was known as Agrapart; now the current principal, Pascal Agrapart, has added his first name to the estate, although not all labels may yet reflect that fact.


Seven wines are produced, of which I review four here. All wines are from estate grapes on the Côte des Blancs. (Continue reading here.) 

Still More Northern Rhônes Recently Tasted -- Reynaud, Cave de Tain, Vernay, Vindiou

 

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All wines are red except for the Cave de Tain Crozes-Hermitage Empreinte du Rhône. (Continue reading here.)