Chinon "Le Clos Guillot" - Bernard Baudry - 2020
ChinonBernard Baudry
Red / Loire Valley (Val de Loire) / Contains sulphites (E220) / Dry / 13%
0,75L
Wood aging in older barrels has given this rich wine its smooth patina and generous tannins. The fresh red-berry fruit is all there along with acidity, but the depth and balance of this single-vineyard wine give it such sophistication.
Aging: +5 / +20 years
Pairing: Terrine of game, Rabbit, Perdreaux, Roast venison, Shoulder of lamb, Osso Bucco.
Château de Parenchère "Cuvée Raphaël" - 2019
Bordeaux SupérieurChâteau de Parenchère
Red / Bordeaux / Contains sulphites (E220) / Dry / 15%
0,75L
This cuvée always presents wines of great density and concentration with fine tannins which, while present, are melted and without harshness. They are finely wooded but not excessively so and leave plenty of room for fruit. The Cuvée Raphaël always shows great aptitude for ageing.
Aging: +4 / +10 years
Pairing: duck breast with chilli, Camembert au Calvados, Ravioles with ceps and foie gras.
Gigondas Raspail-Ay - 2020
GigondasDomaine Raspail-Ay
Red / Rhône Valley / Contains sulphites (E220) / Dry / 15%
0,75L
Silky and fleshy, this wine delivers a fine juice with round and velvety tannins. It is appreciated from its young age, evoking freshness and finesse.
Aging: +10 years
Pairing: Spit-roasted cockerel, tournedos of pork marinated in thyme oil, duck stuffed with chestnuts, beef skewer and red pepper.
Sancerre Les Chasseignes - 2020
SancerreDomaine du Pré semelé
White / Loire Valley (Val de Loire) / Contains sulphites (E220) / Dry / 13%
0,75L
The nose is redolent of ripe grapefruit, pear and white blossom. The palate is very refined and has an electrifying saline/mineral character that is beautifully taut and expertly balanced by the lovely weight of bright citrus and softly herbal fruit. Definitely a must.
Food pairing: Fresh salad with goats cheese, smoked salmon, or an asparagus risotto.
