“I Just Like Guy Robin’s Wines” says Vinous’ Ian D’Agata
Shouldn’t we all? Ian D’Agata of Vinous Media stops by a raw bar in Paris and enjoys a bottle of 2015 Domaine Guy Robin Chablis 1er ‘Montee de Tonnerre’. We encourage you to do the same!
New Producer! Domaine De Gouye, Saint-Joseph
We discovered the true taste of Saint-Joseph Syrah at Domaine De Gouye, run by the Desbos family, and are thrilled to be their first importer to the United States!
“Back To the Garden” The Time-Tested Wines of François Cotat
John Gilman has just published in his View from the Cellar newsletter an extensive article on Domaine Francois Cotat, including a detailed tasting list of vintages that go back decades.
Insider’s Tip: 2015 Southern Rhône Whites
Southern Rhône white wines — showcasing the vibrant, sultry flavors of grapes such as Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Marsanne and Roussanne, among others — are complex and flavorful, with good body, acidity and balance.
A Trio Of Talent: Wine & Spirits Top 100
North Berkeley is honored and proud to have THREE partners named to the Wine & Spirits Top 100 Wineries list for 2016 — what a showing! This list is the who’s who of worldwide wineries that consistently perform and have wowed Wine & Spirits tasters over the past year. Drum roll, please! Here’s our winners.
2014 Arlaud Charmes-Chambertin: “Powerful, Dense”
The Wine Spectator lauds the Arlaud family’s efforts in 2014, highlighting their Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru: a wine to which they give a nearly 30 year aging window, given its concentration and complexity. A truly grand cru, indeed!