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PicPoul is sometimes referred to as the “Muscadet of the South.” Crisp, light and bright, we refer to it as “the perfect, easy-drinking Summer wine.” Pale in color with aromas of white peach, pineapple, and white roses. Lively on the palate, with those sa

Lemon zest and white flowers, with a balanced acidity thanks to extended lees contact. A great wine to pair with trout or sole, or maybe classic cheese from the area like fondue or raclette. Cruet is one of 16 crus in Savoie distinguished as superior vine

“The other white Burgundy grape”, so to speak, is Aligoté. Brighter and lighter than Chardonnay, it’s a slightly friendlier alternative. Edouard Lepesme has been making wine in the humble region of Côtes D’Auxerre, just outside of Chablis, since 2014. The

The Riesling is skin-macerated for one week, and the Gewürztraminer is direct pressed. All grapes are sourced from the Grand Cru vineyard of Zotzenberg but can’t be labeled as such since the winemaking techniques don’t follow appellation regulations.

Licence IV - Muscadet Blanc in a can 2019

Silex soils, the rarest and most coveted in Loire, impart razor sharp minerality and acidity to the wine. Laporte is one of the most respected domaines in the region, having remained committed to low yields and minimal intervention while so many in Sancer

This estate was reborn in 2009 by Camille & Mathias Marquet who inherited the family farm. They paired down the 17 hectares of vines in order to retain only the best sites. The Sauvignon Blanc is direct pressed, while the Sémillon sees carbonic maceration

A combination of old vines and poor soils results in small, concentrated berries, delivering a wine of rich depth, while retaining striking freshness. Generous golden fruits, and hints of beeswax. The wine is fermented and aged on the lees (for 11 months)

Generous orchard fruits, balanced by Chenin’s beguiling minerality and waxy texture; a lovely weekday Saumur. Sourced from a tiny single vineyard overlooking the Loire river planted to Tuffeau soils, which retain moisture and heat, allowing fully ripe and

Cour-Cheverny is a truly obscure, unusual little appellation. Known for it’s high acidity and minerality, the Romorantin grape is also surprisingly age-worthy; residual sugar is often present, as is the case here, but the wine drinks dry. Melon and stone

Alain is fortunate enough to own parcels in Pouilly-Fumé that are heavy in Silex, a soil type coveted for its trademark laser-sharp flinty minerality. Indeed, if these plots were over the river in Sancerre, the wine would probably be double the price.

Beautifully fine mineral is complimented by lime blossom and an ethereal quinine finish. The vines are up to 100 years old. Winemaker Roselyn Gavoty represents the 8th generation of her family at this polycultural estate; her mission is to save the reputa