This arrival is a big deal for a number of reasons. First, it marks some of the first 2015s in the door, and really there has never been a better time to go long on the Loire. While 2014 was stellar, 2015 is better still, with critics heaping early praise on 2015’s “excellent quality.” Well, that’s a phrase that sticks to Vacheron wines every vintage—so get ready to be wowed.
Josh Raynolds of Vinous Media recently reviewed the 2014 vintage of Châteauneuf-du-Pape reds and awarded very high marks and serious praise for the wines of Le Clos du Caillou, our partners for over 20 years in the southern Rhône valley.
These are some of the more expressive and elegant Burgundies we’ve ever tasted from the family! Even notoriously hard-grader Stephen Tanzer gave the 2014s rave reviews, a nod to both a great vintage and the even greater talents behind these extraordinary bottles. This vintage is the perfect reason to start your own collection!
Amid the flood of rosé wines this summer, pick out a bottle (or a case) of pink that will dazzle, not just quench a quick thirst. NYTimes’ Eric Asimov recommends Pibarnon and Mas de Gourgonnier as his top choices for this season’s rosé sipping.
Stephanie Johnson of Wine & Spirits magazine chose Rocca di Montegrossi’s Chianti Classico ‘San Marcellino’ 2010 as her Critic’s Pick for April 2016. Awarding this organically raised Chianti Classico 93 points, Stephanie said…
Stephen Tanzer says that “Two thousand fourteen is a delicious midweight vintage with alluring fruit, juicy supporting acidity, expressive terroir character, supple tannins and considerable early appeal. Best of all, the wines display an attractive natural balance and elegance, and should offer at least medium-term ageability. It’s a more consistent vintage in quality than 2013…”