Benoît Germain

Henri Germain et Fils

Chevalières Meursault Chardonnay 2013

Very light yellow robe, nose of litchi, citrus and hints of butter. Very long in the mouth, complex, elegant, good balance of body and acidity and great finish. This is fantastic now but might improve still with some more bottle time: — 15 days ago

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Jean-Paul & Benoît Droin

Chablis Chardonnay

Did not expect a basic chablis to be so full-bodied yet balanced. It was a perfect match for roasted chicken with a tarragon mustard slurry. Purchase for $25 in March 2022. — 4 months ago

Domaine des Roches Neuves (Thierry Germain)

Clos Romans Saumur Chenin Blanc 2017

Lyle Fass
9.5

Chenin in Riesling clothes. Weightless, huge acidity and a long ass finish. — 6 months ago

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Domaine des Roches Neuves (Thierry Germain)

Clos de L'Échelier Dampierre Sur Loire Saumur Champigny Cabernet Franc 2022

Lyle Fass
9.6

Been a while since I have had these wines and wow is this insanely great. Nose is a bit quiet but there’s some cassis and kirsch and slight herbal edge that’s so appealing. Smokey and very complex. But the palate is OMG level. Juicy and so sleek. Sweet fruit, unreal velvety tannin and so fresh. Structure to burn and such freshness and a huge mineral finish. Out of this world. Can’t wait till it opens up. Masterful. Unreal complexity and elegance. This could go to 9.7. — 11 days ago

Jay, "Odedi" and 5 others liked this

Thierry Germain & Michel Chevré

Clos de l'Ecotards Saumur Chenin Blanc 2016

Swoon! Absolutely lovely chenin with just a little bottle age and plenty of life left — 5 months ago

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St. Germain

Elderflower Liqueur

Sweet liquor with strong grape aroma — 6 months ago

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Domaine des Roches Neuves (Thierry Germain)

La Marginale Saumur-Champigny Cabernet Franc 2022

Really an excellent cab franc. Have had stuff from Thierry Germain before but not this bottling. Perfect with a variety of Syrian dishes at Damas in Montreal. Bright, restrained fruit, excellent acid. Nice finish. — 7 months ago

Tom, Lyle and 2 others liked this

Benoît Lahaye

Brut Nature Grand Cru Champagne Blend

Really splurging on a Wednesday with this one, but I had a hectic day. Intense minerality on the nose and green apple and lime on the first sip. Some underripe pear. Clean. 90% Pinot Noir, 10% Chardonnay. The sharp acidity and prickly bubbles are great with broccoli cheddar quiche and a side salad. Spinning Plains on the turntable in the Hudson Valley. — 4 months ago

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@Dave Yes! It’s a great one. Love Jess + Katie
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That's fantastic. Nice job, son! I'm proud of you.
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Jean-Paul & Benoît Droin

Les Clos Chablis Grand Cru Chardonnay 2013

Lime and citrus notes with saline notes. Inspired by a recent note @Ira Schwartz about a delicious Chablis he had. Oak has been thoroughly absorbed. I haven’t had many Chablis from Les Clos but lived up to its exalted status. See previous Delectable note. Great with fresh Pacific Oysters. — 5 months ago

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@Bob McDonald When done right it is world class . I have inspired very few so I appreciate the shout out.🤓

Domaine des Roches Neuves (Thierry Germain)

Les Mémoires Saumur-Champigny Cabernet Franc 2018

Lyle Fass
9.6

Red currants, smoke, herbs, with laser like precision. Palate is energetic, sappy and so dense, but wow that energy. Unreal freshness and acidity. Outrageous length and complexity. — 7 months ago

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