Savoie Fare: Father-and-Son Duo Jean-Noël & Thomas Blard Craft Distinctive, Instantly Appealing Wines from Rare Alpine Varieties in France’s Mountainous Savoie Region 7-Bottle Red, White & Sparkling Sampler – $279

Italy is one giant vineyard, cuff to heel, but in France, wine regions are like fireflies in a midnight garden; they light up isolated corners. The brightest fireflies command most of the attention, of course, and as a result, the…

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Posted on 2025.09.12 in Arbois, Savoie, France, Wine-Aid Packages  |  Read more...

Tracing Jurassic Treasures: Diverse Soil and Grape Varieties Produce Boundless Shades and Styles in France’s Jura Mountains. (7-Bottle Package $229)

Jordan Nodel, a treasured patron, perfectly summarized one of this week’s package offerings, Domaine Rolet’s 2018 ‘Rouge Tradition’: “I really enjoyed this bottle. Stylistically it’s often just what I’m looking for: Something with a slight cherry tartness, lively acidity without…

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Posted on 2022.01.17 in Arbois, Macvin du Jra, L'Étoile, Château-Chalon, Macvin du Jura, Jura, France, Wine-Aid Packages  |  Read more...