Mignon Pére & Fils
Domaine Chanson (Chanson Père et Fils)
Clos du Roi Beaune 1er Cru Pinot Noir 2010
Balance! From Savigny-lès-Beaune, the Clos du Roi 2010 is a rock star. It's the reason to choose Burgundy over Pinot Noir grown here in the US. Bell peppers, cucumbers, and oak on the nose. Round fat fruit dark and ripe strawberries and blueberries but not your traditional American fruit bomb. The oak lingers with an almost saltiness/sweetness from the terrior of Burgundy. Granny Smith apples, but not sour - sweet with a tang. Medium finish, and not dry at all. Christmas Eve meal of 12 oz. lean filet mignon rare with a peppered crust. My thought was that the steak would run over the wine but it held its own. The subtlety of the wine flavor actually enhanced the pepper in the steak. I am a fan of The House of Chanson, and their premier Burgundy. Will my countrymen produce such a subtle companion to Christmas dinner? — 10 years ago
Vignobles Lafaye Pére & Fils
Château Bagnols St. Émilion Grand Cru Red Bordeaux Blend 2004
A nice classic Saint Emilion wine aged properly, not exuberant, but simple and well — 11 years ago
Roel van der Burg
Sommelier at Restaurant Entrepot
Grand Cru Vintage Champagne, made in Ambonnay. Aged on the lees for nine years. Nice complex base-wine of 50/50 Chardonnay & Pinot Noir from a 'classic' year in Champagne. Exceeded expectations. — 10 years ago