Disznókö is one of the most famous producers of sweet Tokaji in the world.
The estate owns only one large vineyard of about 250 acres, classified in 1772 and planted only with local indigenous grape, in particular Furmint. These wines are considered among the best sweet wines in the world, classified in puttonyos according to their residual sugar levels that express at their best the Hungarian tradition and terroir.
”The wines of 2010 remind me of walking down into a Tokaj cellar after a hot day out in the vineyard. A refreshing vintage with vivacious, almost cool acidity and wonderful aromas!” – László Mészáros
Disznókö is one of the most famous producers of sweet Tokaji in the world.
The estate owns only one large vineyard of about 250 acres, classified in 1772 and planted only with local indigenous grape, in particular Furmint. These wines are considered among the best sweet wines in the world, classified in puttonyos according to their residual sugar levels that express at their best the Hungarian tradition and terroir.
Tokaji Késői Szüret (Late Harvest) is a balanced and accessible wine with a superb aromatic complexity perfectly suited for one‘s first discovery of the wines of Disznókő and the universe of the great sweet wines of Tokaj.
Domaine Belle owns 31 hectares of vines in the Northern Rhone Valley with different terroirs of granite, limestone, sand and gravel soils. 100% organic farming is used in all of their vineyards, some of which are over 50 years old. Limestone soils with a southern exposure from the vineyards in Les Murets, commune of Tain l’Hermitage, produces this prestigious deep and structured Hermitage red.
The Domaine has always been a family holding, passed on from generation to generation, promoting the special Larnage terroir with its white clays, often called ‘Les Terres Blanches’. This cuvée illustrates the harmony of the Marsanne and Roussanne varieties, both of which play their part in this beautiful construction. 100% organic farming is used in all of their vineyards, some of which are over 50 years old.
Established in the 1920’s, the family Estate of Domaine Boudau is run by Véronique and Pierre Boudau since 1993. The Clot del Pila, predominantly Grenache is widely known as one of the best value reds from Roussillon. This full bodied red is hitting on all cylinders with vivid, ripe red cherry and raspberry flavors. Fresh, balanced and fun to drink, this very fruit forward gem has a little herb and spice that adds to its lush character.
Resulting from a family of winegrowers dating back 150 years, Daniel Dampt has joined his domaine with that of his father-in-law’s, Jean Defaix. The estate currently counts 30 hectares of vines in production,including 16 hectares of Chablis and 14 hectares of Chablis 1er Cru. All Daniel Dampt’s wines are produced and bottled by the domaine. This means all his wines are made from grapes grown in his own vineyards, which is a crucial factor in the personality and quality of the wines.
For more info, visit Domaine Daniel Dampt & Filswebsite.
Nestled on the heights of the village of Montagnac, a few kilometers from the historic town of Pézénas, the Domaine de la Clapière is ideally located in the Languedoc region, thanks to its Mediterranean coast, its wild and authentic landscapes and its exceptionally mild climate.
The history of the estate dates back to the Gallo-Roman era, located as it was on the Via Domitia, the Roman road linking Italy to Spain, where there is already a vineyard.
A few centuries later, the place will become a famous and welcoming relay for the pilgrims of the Routes of Compostela. And that is ultimately at the XVII th century that the Domain Clapière find his name under the influence of Francis Clapier, wealthy merchant and owner of the time. Since 2006, the estate is operated and inhabited by Sophie and Xavier who make this heritage live with the help of a great team. And if a new page made of enthusiasm and modernity is written for the field, history is never far.
Sweet and aromatic on its citrus notes, Figuerette proudly expresses the race of the Côtes des Blancs nearby: Chardonnay takes the power; Viognier draws elegance and vinification, half-tank, half-barrel gives it this persistent balance.
For more info, visit Domaine de la Clapièrewebsite.
Nestled on the heights of the village of Montagnac, a few kilometers from the historic town of Pézénas, the Domaine de la Clapière is ideally located in the Languedoc region, thanks to its Mediterranean coast, its wild and authentic landscapes and its exceptionally mild climate.
The history of the estate dates back to the Gallo-Roman era, located as it was on the Via Domitia, the Roman road linking Italy to Spain, where there is already a vineyard.
A few centuries later, the place will become a famous and welcoming relay for the pilgrims of the Routes of Compostela. And that is ultimately at the XVII th century that the Domain Clapière find his name under the influence of Francis Clapier, wealthy merchant and owner of the time. Since 2006, the estate is operated and inhabited by Sophie and Xavier who make this heritage live with the help of a great team. And if a new page made of enthusiasm and modernity is written for the field, history is never far.
Rich and concentrated, the name of the cuvée Gatefer is that of a parcel of the property. It has been added to the Domaine de La Clapière from the 2006 vintage.
For more info, visit Domaine de la Clapièrewebsite.
Nestled on the heights of the village of Montagnac, a few kilometers from the historic town of Pézénas, the Domaine de la Clapière is ideally located in the Languedoc region, thanks to its Mediterranean coast, its wild and authentic landscapes and its exceptionally mild climate.
The history of the estate dates back to the Gallo-Roman era, located as it was on the Via Domitia, the Roman road linking Italy to Spain, where there is already a vineyard.
A few centuries later, the place will become a famous and welcoming relay for the pilgrims of the Routes of Compostela. And that is ultimately at the XVII th century that the Domain Clapière find his name under the influence of Francis Clapier, wealthy merchant and owner of the time. Since 2006, the estate is operated and inhabited by Sophie and Xavier who make this heritage live with the help of a great team. And if a new page made of enthusiasm and modernity is written for the field, history is never far.
A wine deliberately focused on the fruit, Jardin de Jules interprets in an original and seductive way the terroir of Montagnac.
For more info, visit Domaine de la Clapièrewebsite.
At Domaine des Forges, passion has been passed down for five generations. The family vineyard extends over 47 hectares between the Loire and the Layon, on hillsides benefiting from a microclimate allowing the development of the noble rot essential to the development of great liquoreux on the most prestigious terroirs of Anjou.
The freshness of their rosés, mainly from the Grolleau, Cabernet and Gamay varieties, in light and fruity styles, ca be enjoyed at any time of the day.
Gilles Buisson, officially retired, leaves to his two sons Frédéric, winemaker, and Franck, commercial, one of the largest estates (19.5 ha) certified AB (conversion 2009) of the south of the Côte de Beaune. Thier whites wines are recommendable, thanks to their attractive and accessible profile.
“Le Jarron” is a perfect introduction to their organic farming approach: a straight wine, direct, singing with white fruits and a superb minerality.
For more info, visit Domaine Henri & Gilles Buissonwebsite.
The Domaine Michelas St. Jemms is first and foremost a family story which started more than 50 years ago by Robert and Yvette Michelas in the commune of Mercurol.
The future of this 123 acres estate, one of the few independent estates deployed on four Rhône appellations (Crozes-Hermitage, Hermitage, St. Joseph, Cornas) continues today thanks to the audacity and energy of their 4 children; Sylvie, Florence, Corine and Sebastien. Since their arrival, a new dynamic has emerged: quality requirement in the management of the vineyard as well as in the style of the wines (creation of a range of exceptional cuvées), new experiments via the use of terracotta jars and eggs, and the opening of the winery and tasting room to the general public throughout the year.
Domaine Morey-Coffinet was established in the late 1970s by Michel Morey, the son of Marc Morey of Domaine Marc Morey, and his wife, Fabienne Coffinet.
With a stable foundation of 1er Crus from the southeast-facing hillside, the whites, now in the hands of their son Thibault, speak to the very essence of Chassagne, with fragrant aromas framed by powerful minerality. This refined Chassagne-Montrachet village offers a nice presentation of the house style. From 2015, all the vines are now worked in organic and biodynamic cultivation. Certification with ECOCERT is in progress (2015-2018) and the AB logo will appear as of the 2018 vintage.
For more info, visit Domaine Morey-Coffinetwebsite.
The Domaine MOREY-COFFINET was born from the marriage of Michel Morey and Fabienne Coffinet. The property is based on Chassagne Montrachet and the vineyard extends over Chassagne and Puligny-Montrachet. Since 2007, the wines are no longer filtered and thus keep all the peculiarity of their terroirs. From 2015, all the vines are now worked in organic and biodynamic cultivation. Certification with ECOCERT is in progress (2015-2018) and the AB logo will appear as of the 2018 vintage.
For more info, visit Domaine Morey-Coffinetwebsite.
Domaine Morey-Coffinet was established in the late 1970s by Michel Morey, the son of Marc Morey of Domaine Marc Morey, and his wife, Fabienne Coffinet.
With a stable foundation of 1er Crus from the southeast-facing hillside, the whites, now in the hands of their son Thibault, speak to the very essence of Chassagne, with fragrant aromas framed by powerful minerality. This is one of the best values available in Burgundy. From 2015, all the vines are now worked in organic and biodynamic cultivation. Certification with ECOCERT is in progress (2015-2018) and the AB logo will appear as of the 2018 vintage.
For more info, visit Domaine Morey-Coffinetwebsite.
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