Tom Casagrande

9.1

A true summer gulper. This nattie Gamay (AOC Touraine) is super bright and fruity (thank you limestone). A little kid-friendly petting zoo note. Low alcohol and crisp acids nicely balance the bright fruit. Great red to have with a little chill on this wiltingly hot night. — 3 days ago

Ian Staub

9.0

Comparing a couple 2011 Loire Cab Francs this weekend. This offering, brought home from Paris in December, is incredibly lively and bright for a 9 year old wine. Bright and juicy with tons of varietal fruit character. Great acid. Sub €30 I think and is something I wish I had a case of. Perfect every day drinker (amazing to say that about a 2011) - not incredibly complex but incredibly delicious. Enjoyed standing around the kitchen waiting for homemade pizza to come out of the oven (margarita and sausage/mushroom pies). — 6 years ago