Funambule: A Perfect Balancing Act by the Marchesseau Brothers!
I picked up this bottle of Funambule 2020 a couple of years ago at Vitiloire, after a warm and memorable tasting with one of the…
Discover the Hidden Gem of Abbaye de Bourgueil
I knew the Abbaye de Bourgueil—its centuries-old history, its deep roots in the Loire Valley’s winemaking heritage. But I had no idea that hidden within…
12 Arpents: A Dozen Reasons to Fall in Love with Cabernet Franc
I recently had the great pleasure of continuing my exploration of the wines from Domaine de la Chopinière du Roy with Sophie and her son…
Le Clos 2016: A Rare Vintage from Château de Parnay
Among the great Loire reds, Saumur Champigny holds a special place—often more refined than powerful, more subtle than bold. Yet, with Le Clos 2016 from…
Uncovering Montlouis: Les Javelles 2018 from Domaine de la Croix Mélier
While Vouvray often steals the spotlight in Loire Valley wines, across the river lies a hidden gem: Montlouis-sur-Loire. Here, Domaine de la Croix Mélier crafts…
A Divine Drop from the Loire: François Chidaine’s ‘Chenin d’Ailleurs’
In a year that challenged Loire Valley vintners with spring frosts, François Chidaine has crafted a masterpiece that defies the odds. His 2016 ‘Le Chenin…
Clos de l’Echo: A Legendary Wine by Couly Dutheil
There are wines that leave a lasting impression, and this Clos de l’Écho 2014 from Domaine Couly Dutheil is undoubtedly one of them. Enjoyed with…
Mérieau’s Cent Visages: Loire Malbec You Can’t Miss
I finally opened the bottle I had been saving for two years, waiting for the perfect occasion. And let me tell you—it was well worth…
Discover “Sous la Robe “: A Must-Try Saint-Nicolas de Bourgueil!
Just before the holiday season, I had the pleasure of welcoming Sophie and her son Camille from Domaine de la Chopinière du Roy to my…
The terroir tale of Domaine de la Butte and its must-taste Bourgueil trio
Nestled in the heart of the Loire Valley, Domaine de la Butte has become a beacon for those seeking the best Bourgueil wines. Under the…
La Croix Boissée : one of the best Chinon wines?
In a review published a few years ago, the renowned Revue des Vins de France criticized Chinon for its poor appellation management. Over the years,…
Domaine de la Grange, Patrimoine : superb full-bodied red!
I always have a few bottles of Domaine de la Grange in my cellar … ever since I first discovered Bruno Curassier and his wines…
