$33
FRANCE : BURGUNDY : CÔTES D'AUXERRE
Chardonnay
MED-FULL-BODIED, GREEN APPLE, CITRUS, PEACH, APRICOT, LEES, USED FRENCH OAK
Édouard Lepesme is among a small group of winemakers working to change the public’s perception of the Côtes D’Auxerre (neighbor to the much more famous Chablis region) as a source of only high-yield, inexpensive wines: his entry level Chardonnay — which is decadent yet lean, and incredibly affordable for this price point — speaks for itself. Hand-harvested; fermentation in used oak barrels w/ natural yeast; aged 9 months on lees in ½ barrel and ½ stainless steel.
ECOLOGY : Organic, Biodynamic
PAIRING : Tuna Niçoise Salad
$19
ITALY : TRENTINO-ALTO ADIGE : VIGNETI DELLE DOLOMITI
Pinot Grigio
LIGHT-BODIED, ORCHARD FRUIT, CRISP, NO OAK
Expressive aromas of white apple blossoms; ripe yellow apple with lime zest and orange pith on the palate. Good finish.
Ecology: Organic
$54
FRANCE : CHAMPAGNE : VALLÉ DE LA MARNE
Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
FULL-BODIED, GOLDEN APPLE, HONEY, DOUGH, SPICE, TEA, OAK
Completely stunning grower Champagne for an unbeatable value!
…The 'Assemblage' from Champagne André Heucq is plush and luxurious, with deliciously rich, over-ripe and baked golden apple, candied fruit, white pepper, and warm bready/toasty notes laid over a soft, creamy mousse.
FARMING : Organic, Certified Biodynamic
PAIRING : Sugar-and-Spice Candied Nuts