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Henri Giraud’s Grand Crus from Aÿ: The Champagne of Kings
With roots in the Grand Cru village of Aÿ and the oak forest of Argonne since 1625, Henri Giraud is the oldest family-owned Champagne house in existence. Their wines are some of the rarest and most sought after on the planet. Their luxury MV 20 Fut de Chêne cuvée is a ‘fabulous’ (Vinous) blend of 80% Pinot Noir and […] The post Henri Giraud’s Grand Crus from Aÿ: The Champagne of Kings appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior20 viewsallinternational-winesantonio-galloniargonneargonne-forestay - news
Superb Tuscans from Querciabella
In the mood for ‘gorgeous, screaming value, tremendous quality and classy, polished wines’ (Vinous)? Then look no further than these delicious reds from one of Tuscany’s elite producers, Querciabella. The legendary Camartina is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese, and since 1981, the estate’s signature Super Tuscan. Blue and red fruit, violets, dried herbs and graphite wrap around […] The post Superb Tuscans from Querciabella appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior17 viewsallinternational-winesantonio-gallonicabernet-franccabernet-sauvignondecanter - news
Cahors – Malbec’s historic and spiritual home
The perfect winter warmer has arrived. Château de Chambert’s Grand Vin 2017 is from an estate with over a millennium of history in Cahors, the famed home of Malbec in south-west France. Compared to Argentinian Malbecs, French Malbec is denser and darker, with a muscular frame, vibrant acidity and super-fine tannins. In recent years, ‘a wave […] The post Cahors – Malbec’s historic and spiritual home appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior14 viewsallinternational-winesargentinian-malbeccahorschateau-de-chambertchateau-de-chambert-grand-vin-de-chambert-2017 - news
Exclusive: Château Beauséjour – Saint-Émilion at its finest
Exclusive to Brice & Burnett, we’re delighted to bring you a special selection of wines from Château Beauséjour – a Premier Grand Cru Classé B in Saint-Émilion famed for its terroir and panoramic beauty. In the vast ocean of wines that make up Bordeaux, Beauséjour has to be among the finest. We’ve secured a string […] The post Exclusive: Château Beauséjour – Saint-Émilion at its finest appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Johan Malan14 viewsallen-primeurinternational-winesangelusbordeauxchampagne - news
Torre de Oña and their show-stopping modern Riojas
Torre de Oña is among the most exciting projects coming out of Rioja Alavesa – a sub-region that’s ‘home of some of Spain’s most creative winemakers’ (Decanter). Their flagship red, Finca Martelo Reserva, is only released in exceptional years and the 2019 is elegant and expressive. It shows intense layers of red, blue and purple fruit along with […] The post Torre de Oña and their show-stopping modern Riojas appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jack Davis20 viewsallinternational-winesdecantergarnachahelena-nicklinjoaquin-hidalgo - news
Laroque 2025 – ‘One of the best’ (Neal Martin)
Laroque has done it again. The 2025 showcases the class of their terroir and confirms Laroque’s standing as one of the finest wines from Saint-Émilion. ‘A gorgeous, super-elegant wine’, writes Antonio Galloni. We’ve tasted the wine from barrel on a couple of occasions and there’s so much to love. Aromatics of violet, lavender and dark red […] The post Laroque 2025 – ‘One of the best’ (Neal Martin) appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Johan Malan16 viewsallen-primeurinternational-winesantonio-gallonibordeauxbordeaux-en-primeur - news
99pt Hermitage from legendary Michel Chapoutier
Terroir-obsessed Michel Chapoutier ‘has a global perspective that’s probably unmatched in the Rhône’ (Wine Advocate), and his biodynamic Sélections Parcellaires are made from the region’s finest old vines. Hermitage, also known as Ermitage, is the most famous Syrah-producing appellation and Chapoutier has mastered its hallowed soils, producing wines that represent the pinnacle of his range. 2023 was […] The post 99pt Hermitage from legendary Michel Chapoutier appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jack Davis15 viewsallinternational-wineschapoutier-ermitage-de-l-oree-blanc-2023chapoutier-ermitage-l-ermite-blanc-2023chapoutier-ermitage-l-ermite-rouge-2023chapoutier-ermitage-le-meal-blanc-2023 - news
Barolo 2021s: ‘Poetically reminiscent of the legendary 1985 vintage’
‘Poetically reminiscent of the legendary 1985 vintage’ The highly anticipated 2021 Barolos are here! Many are calling it one of the greatest modern-day vintages, and we rate it alongside 2016, 2019 and 2020. In a nutshell, the 2021s are noble wines, showing verve and structure with pure, concentrated fruit and notable ageing potential. ‘2021 is […] The post Barolo 2021s: ‘Poetically reminiscent of the legendary 1985 vintage’ appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior30 viewsallinternational-winesaldo-fiordellibarbarescobarolocerretta - news
Viña Tondonia 2013: ‘Gloriously unique’ (Tim Atkin)
‘One of the truly great Spanish wines, Viña Tondonia Reserva remains a must-have in the cellars of all dedicated enthusiasts.’ – Decanter The 2013 was a remarkable release for Viña Tondonia Reserva, receiving the highest Vinous score in the history of the cuvée. Elevated to a new level in this vintage and released at its prime, […] The post Viña Tondonia 2013: ‘Gloriously unique’ (Tim Atkin) appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jack Davis18 viewsallinternational-winesdecantergarnachajoaquin-hidalgolopez-de-heredia - news
Magical Mauvesin – a ‘domaine of quality’
Today’s offer is all about terrific value and immediate drinkability. This is classically styled Claret – unmistakably French with its bone-dry, lifted character. Offered at R295 per bottle, you’ll be hard pressed to find twelve-year-old Left Bank Bordeaux at this level. We’re so impressed by the price-to-quality ratio that we’re offering 15% off when buying […] The post Magical Mauvesin – a ‘domaine of quality’ appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Johan Malan17 viewsallinternational-winesbarton-family-winesclaretlangoa-bartonleft-bank-bordeaux - news
Champagne from Michel Genet: Comfort food just got better
A red next to a roaring fire is great, but have you experienced the joy of a cracking Champagne alongside samp and mushroom risotto, Cape Malay curry, a comforting chicken stew, or warm toast and butter? Michel Genet’s Blanc de Blancs Spirit Grand Cru is the floral, pretty, creamy, rich but focused Champagne of dreams, […] The post Champagne from Michel Genet: Comfort food just got better appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior15 viewsallinternational-wineschampagnechardonnaycote-des-blancsgrower-champagne - news
Huet Sec 2024s: Classic, stunning, crystalline
The 2024s from Vouvray’s most famous address are here! It was a tumultuous vintage, but Domaine Huet has drawn on nearly a century of experience to produce three gorgeous Sec Chenins. First up is the original Huet vineyard, Le Haut-Lieu, purchased in 1928. This vintage is pretty and vibrant, showing airy, lemony, apple blossom notes. Cool […] The post Huet Sec 2024s: Classic, stunning, crystalline appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior18 viewsallinternational-wineshuet-clos-du-bourg-sec-2024huet-le-haut-lieu-sec-2024huet-le-mont-sec-2024huet-petillant - news
Produttori’s Barbaresco: ‘Spectacular. Lustrous. Mouth-watering’
Produttori’s Barbaresco has to be one of the best reds and ‘greatest values in Italian fine wine’. Their 2021 is mind blowing. The energy here is tangible. This medium-bodied, 100% Nebbiolo shows violets, roses, black cherry, raspberry and spice with a nice mineral kick on the nose. The sleek palate is sumptuous and full of […] The post Produttori’s Barbaresco: ‘Spectacular. Lustrous. Mouth-watering’ appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior17 viewsallinternational-winesbarbarescocantine-sociali-di-barbarescogreg-sherwooditalian-wine - news
Terre Nere: Valuable and venerable volcanic reds
Have you ever tried a wine made from ungrafted, prephylloxera vines that are over 140 years old? Enter the Terre Nere Etna Rosso Prephylloxera Don Peppino 2023 from Mount Etna in Sicily, Europe’s largest active volcano. This wine is in a league of its own. The 2023 is ‘intensely layered, more lifted and graceful than expected’ and ‘impossibly […] The post Terre Nere: Valuable and venerable volcanic reds appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior24 viewsallinternational-wineseric-guidoeuropeitalyjames-suckling - news
Querciabella Riservas: King of the Tuscan Hills
Is there a more delicious wine right now than Querciabella’s newly arrived Chianti Classico Riserva from the glorious 2021 vintage? From an estate ensconced in the Tuscan countryside, this 100% Sangiovese offers luscious black cherry notes, thyme, lavender, spice and a long life ahead. We opened a bottle on Monday with the team to see […] The post Querciabella Riservas: King of the Tuscan Hills appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior24 viewsallinternational-winesbiodynamicdanielle-callegarigrevejancis-robinson - news
Alain Graillot: A cult Crozes no Syrah lover should be without
One of the most sought-after Syrahs on the planet is back in our cellars. This comes from none other than the king of Crozes and Northern Rhône giant, Domaine Alain Graillot. Graillot’s Syrahs have inspired countless winemakers, including our local heroes from the Swartland. The 2023 Crozes-Hermitage is superb and comes out swinging. Violets, black […] The post Alain Graillot: A cult Crozes no Syrah lover should be without appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior18 viewsallinternational-winesalain-graillot-crozes-hermitage-2023crozes-hermitagedecanterdomaine-alain-graillot - news
New Zealand Pinot Noir 2026 – Vertdevin
New Zealand Pinot Noir is now recognized as one of the most promising in the world. From Martinborough to Central Otago, discover the regions, styles, and fascinating history of this exceptional grape variety inspired by Burgundy.
by Lola Mulard32 viewsnewsata-rangiburgundycentral-otagogrape-varietiesinternational-wines