Classic, Elegant 2015 Vintage Burgundy from A Rising Star in the Côte de Beaune

Rodolphe Demougeot’s star is on the rise. Based out of Meursault, since 1992 he has assembled nearly 20 acres of vines in distinguished village and Premier Cru vineyards of Meursault, Pommard, Beaune,…

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Posted on 2018.07.05 in Burgundy, France, Saturday Sips | Read more...

Robust, Classic 2015 Chablis from Storied Vineyards and Winemaking Family

Domaine Pinson Frères “La Forêt” (Chablis Premier Cru 2015) Special 6-pack Price: $297/~$49/bottle Despite a hailstorm on the eve of the harvest, 2015 was an excellent year in Chablis. On one hand, the wines reflect the warmth of the growing…

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Posted on 2018.06.27 in Burgundy, France, Saturday Sips | Read more...

The Champagne Society

Welcome to The Champagne Society Congratulations! In the coming months you will be drinking some of the best Champagne and sparkling wines known to humanity. As a member of The Champagne Society, you’re in a select community of like-minded folks…

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Posted on 2018.06.02 in Champagne, France, Special Selections, The Champagne Society | Read more...

The Champagne Society – June 2018 Selection

$27 Louis Picamelot “Les Reipes” Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne 2014) $28 Louis Picamelot “En Chazot” Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne 2014) Price for both bottles to The Champagne Society members: $55 (regular price $65) We decided to…

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Posted on 2018.06.01 in Burgundy, France, The Champagne Society | Read more...

Crowd-Pleasing 2015 White Burgundy

Domaine Sylvain Langoureau (Saint-Aubin 2015) ~$35 Special Price (6-pack mix-and-match) Wine pundits are calling 2015 an “extraordinary” vintage throughout the Côte d’Or. Typical of warm and sunny years the 2015 whites are clean, pure and rich, favoring ripe orchard and…

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Posted on 2018.05.23 in Burgundy, France, Saturday Sips | Read more...

The Champagne Society – April 2018 Selection

Champagne De Sousa “Cuvée des Caudalies” Brut Blanc de Blancs (Grand Cru) Price for The Champagne Society members: $84 The April 2018 selection for The Champagne Society is Champagne De Sousa “Cuvée des Caudalies” Brut Blanc de Blancs. The fruit for this cuvée is always selected…

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Posted on 2018.04.01 in Champagne, France, The Champagne Society | Read more...

Leading Producer in Burgundy + Modest Appellation = Great Value

Domaine François Lumpp “A Vigne Rouge” (Givry Premier Cru, 2015) Special 6-Pack Price: $297 (~$49/bottle) For close to 30 years François Lumpp and his wife Isabelle have been leaders in the Côte Chalonnaise region…

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Posted on 2018.02.14 in Burgundy, France, Saturday Sips | Read more...

Affordable White & Rosé Grower Champagne for Lovers

Stop by any time between now and Valentine’s Day to taste a Champagne ideal for sharing with your sweetheart or anyone that just loves good wine. Pickup a bottle or two at special discount prices. The Grower/Producer

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Posted on 2018.02.10 in Champagne, France, Saturday Sips | Read more...

The Champagne Society – February 2018 Selection

Champagne Jacquesson “Cuvée 740” (Extra Brut) Price for The Champagne Society members: $67 (regular price $79) We take pride in the diversity of the wines that we offer to The Champagne Society, so it is a matter of no small consequence that we decided to revisit ChampagneJacquesson’s…

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Posted on 2018.02.01 in Champagne, France, The Champagne Society | Read more...

Beaujolais – The Perfect Thanksgiving Wine?

Our first rule for selecting Thanksgiving wine is not to freak out. The meal is far too diverse with textures, flavors and aromas to labor over perfect pairings. The wines should be light, refreshing and energetic, with moderate alcohol, lots…

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Posted on 2017.11.21 in Beaujolais, France, Saturday Sips | Read more...