France Loire

The 2017 was Wine Spectator Top 100! This cuvée comes from their highest vineyard, which rests on a plateau of gravel, sand, and limestone, and it is arguably their best entry point into the charm of Loire Valley Cabernet Franc, lithe and less dense than the bottlings from their clay-and-limestone terroirs. Spontaneous fermentation and unfiltered bottling lead to a delicate, peppery wine with...

Winemaker Notes Bright, vibrant aromas reminiscent of crushed oyster shells. Bone-dry, light-bodied on the palate the wine reveals plenty of apple and pear fruit with minerally, citrus notes and high acidity complemented by briny notes. The finish is fresh and clean with nice complexity. A classic pairing with goat cheese and other creamy cheeses, mussels, oysters, scallops. This wine also works...

This is an amazing Cab Franc with a touch of Cab blended in! Deep ruby purple color Fantastic aromas of red and black fruits, hint of spice. On the palate it is luscious and supple offering dark berry and cassis with a fine tannin long finish. Outstanding! Drink now to 2022.

90 points - Wine Spectator A silky red, with a charming core of damson plum, black pepper and rosemary. The acidity here binds everything together, while the light tannins add a bit of firmness to the structure. Well-balanced and juicy, this would be great with food now. Drink now through 2028.

"La Porte du Caillou" is a wine that offers aromas of exotic citrus fruits with a subtle yet powerful seductive intensity. Its length originates in the harmony and quality of the soil. A delight at the beginning of the meal, La Porte du Caillou is an excellent companion to fish dishes, scallop with mango emulsion, white fish in curry and of course goat cheese.

91 points - Wine Enthusiast From the oldest vines of the estate, this is a ripe, concentrated wine. Rich white fruits with tangy acidity are balanced by apricot as well as red-apple flavors. The wine is ready to drink.