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2014 Cappellano Barolo Pie Rupestris

In terms of longevity, Cappellano's Barolos boast a structure that can keep stride with the great distance runners of Piedmont, like Conterno's Monfortino and Giacosa's Red Label.

"Irresistible intensity and feather-lightness"
2021 Lauer Neuenberg

The site delivers a near magical combination of expansive power paired with incredible detail and finesse.

Hitting The Bull's-Eye: Lowest Price
2018 Lafon Meursault Clos de la Baronne

The domaine has long sat at the pinnacle of white Burgundy, and that makes the fact that they are currently producing some of their greatest wines all the more extraordinary. 

The Alpine Distance Runner
2018 Ferrando Carema Etichetta Nera

For decades, Ferrando's Carema has been the benchmark for the beauty and profundity that Nebbiolo achieves in the northern extremes. Carema is alpine Nebbiolo of breathtaking grace.

Unmistakable Brilliance, Part Two:
2021 Prüm Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese

As we said in the previous email, Prüm's are among the purest and deepest Rieslings the Mosel produces. When they are in top form their balance is flawless.

"That ineffable quality of breed"
2019 D'Angerville Volnay 1er Cru Taillepieds

The 2019 is a beautiful example of Taillepieds. It has a sleek finesse along with serious length and impact. The palate is a beautiful weave of luminous red fruits and spice with an overall impression of fine calibration. 

Tension and Punch:
2020 Bernard Moreau Saint Aubin 1er Cru Sur Gamay

I buy Moreau's Saint Aubin 1er Cru Sur Gamay whenever it's offered. This is one of the great marriages of producer and site.

German Elite - Watershed Vintage Revisited:
2021 Schäfer-Fröhlich Stromberg Grosses Gewächs

Schäfer-Fröhlich's 2021 GGs will go down as one of the greatest collections of this elite estate.

Allemand Rarity:
2013 Allemand Cornas Chaillot Magnums

Allemand takes Cornas to a level of expressiveness and finesse that no one can compete with. The 2013 Chaillot is an especially compelling example.

"The Langhe Rosso is an absolute delight"
2017 Roagna Langhe Rosso

Without a doubt, it represents some of the best values that we know of for traditional Nebbiolo.

Pinot Noir Transcendentalism:
2021 Enderle & Moll Spätburgunder Rosé

As we've written before, this confounding Pinot Noir Rosé transcends the normal boundaries of what one might expect in a rosé or a red wine.

"Highly recommended"
2020 Bessin-Tremblay Chablis Vieilles Vignes

We've been blown away by recent vintages from this estate. It's clear that we're not alone. Our offers have been met with a shockingly strong response. 

World-Class Cider:
2018 Lesuffleur Cidre Friardel

Simply put, these are impeccable ciders of the highest order.

"The balance is impeccable"
2020 Drouhin Beaune 1er Cru Clos des Mouches Blanc

The wine always seems to find its way into cellars next to the likes of Ramonet, Leflaive, Coche, and Roulot.  It's a truly serious wine from the humble origins of a Beaune 1er Cru.

Uncompromisingly Original:
Ulysse Collin Blanc de Blancs Les Pierrières Extra Brut (2015 Base, 48 Months)

Pierrières may be the ideal place to witness Collin's unique style. Its unusual terroir lends a pronounced chalkiness and a lovely, racy finesse to the wine.

Brilliance in Meursault:
2019 Anne Boisson Meursault Les Chevalières

Chevalières is a profound expression of white Burgundy. The 2019 is a stunning example of the wine.

"Like stepping back into Piedmont's past"
2018 Serafino Rivella Barbaresco Montestefano

Thriving On Grace:
2020 Jouan Gevrey-Chambertin "Aux Echezeaux"

Once you adjust to their un-showy wavelength and whispering complexity, it's really easy to become obsessed.

Untamed Bandol:
2017 Château Pradeaux Bandol

The 2017 boasts a multifaceted personality with notes of licorice, tobacco, leather, animal, olive, spices, and floral notes. The aromatics are gorgeous, leading with bright violet accented notes that give way to a mysterious depth of savory notes.

"Terrific concentration and balance. Bravo!"
2012 Montbourgeau L'Etoile Vin Jaune

Montbourgeau produces some of the finest and most elegant Vin Jaunes. Their only rival is Macle's great Château-Chalons. 

The Sorcerer's Apprentice:
Michel Fallon Ozanne Blanc de Blancs

Where Selosse is powerful and deeply textured, Fallon's Ozanne wows with its cut and kinetic energy. The clarity of expression is simply thrilling.

Unmistakable Brilliance:
2021 Prüm Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett

In 2021, Prüm's magic is unmistakable. This is especially true at the Kabinett level. 

Old School Piedmont:
2014 Giuseppe Rinaldi Barolo Tre Tine

The Barolos combine this unyielding old-school signature with a beautiful elegance. In short, this is the magic of Rinaldi's Barolos. 

"This very powerful effort should be capable of rewarding up to a decade of cellaring"
2019 Dauvissat Chablis 1er Cru La Forest

By all reports, Dauvissat's 2019 Forest is an epic bottle. The wine combines Forest's classic Chablisienne profile with an incredible scale. It's a very impressive combination.