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WA 87
France
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Burgundy
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Beaujolais
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List $18.00
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87 points David Schildknecht (Wine Advocate): "An abundance of dark berry fruit meets a strong aura of game and firm underlying tannins, resulting in a low-toned, slightly-chewy, but satisfyingly, sweetly ripe finish. Enjoy this 2009 over the coming year. (Aug 2010)"
From organically grown vineyards; no sulphur, unfiltered.
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$19.95
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WA 88–89
France
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Burgundy
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Beaujolais
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88-89 points David Schildknecht (Wine Advocate): "From tank, Descombes’s 2010 Brouilly -- from a parcel of vines planted in 1993 -- allies fresh red raspberry and Maine blueberry for a sappy, bright, tart, energetic, and refreshing performance that emphasizes the white wine-like aspect of its vintage. At the same time, there is a palpable sense of extract, even of density, all of which suggest why their author prefers to give his wines longer elevage and points toward the potential for several years’ bottle interest. (Aug 2011)"
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$14.95
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W&S 88
France
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Burgundy
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Beaujolais
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88 points Wine & Spirits: "A dense, floral wine, this has a generosity that adds to its appealing freshness. It finishes bright, spicy and clean. Serve this lightly chilled with pâté de campagne. (Oct 2012)"
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$16.95
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W&S 86
France
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Burgundy
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Beaujolais
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86 points Wine & Spirits: "[$19 list] Dark raspberry flavors balanced by brisk tannins lend this wine good length, For pasta with lamb sausage. (Oct 2012)"
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$11.95
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IWC 88
WA 87–88
France
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Burgundy
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Beaujolais
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List $14.00
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88 points Josh Raynolds (International Wine Cellar): "Deep red. Scents of dark berries and licorice, with a floral quality that gains strength with air. Juicy, tangy blackberry and cherry flavors pick up energy in the middle palate. Finishes with zesty cut and a hint of dusty minerals. I like this wine's energy. (Feb 2011)"
87-88 points David Schildknecht (Wine Advocate): "[$14 list] The Duboeuf 2009 Julienas La Trinquee -- named from the sector of its appellation farmed by the several growers who inform this wine -- is intensely-fruited and darkly-hued, featuring creme de cassis and dark cherry preserves, tinged by herbs and coffee. (Aug 2010)"
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WA 89
France
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Burgundy
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Beaujolais
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List $18.00
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89 points David Schildknecht (Wine Advocate): "[$18 list] Pascal Aufranc -- whom I have not met, and whose 2010s were not among the samples that reached me in Beaujolais and stateside -- has rendered a 2009 Chenas Vignes de 1939 surprisingly modest in ripeness and understated for a wine of its vintage, but by no means lacking in delicious distinction. Faintly resinous; black tea; and lily-of-the-valley-like floral overtones add complexity to scents of fresh red fruit. Generously juicy and with a hint of tannic grit adding to the sense of invigoration engendered by berry skin tartness and mouthwatering salinity, this relatively lightweight 2009 will definitely bring you back for the next sip as well as contemplation. I would savor this surprisingly frisky 2009 over the next couple of years. (Aug 2011)"
Producer notes: "Deep ruby robe. This wine seduces with its rich red fruit fragrance as well as with its iris and dried flower aromas. The attack in the mouth is frank without being aggressive. Elegant and racy with nuances of wood and flowers. Should be laid down for one or two years. To be served with casseroles (Boeuf bourguignon, coq au vin)."
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$16.95
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IWC 89
WA 88
France
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Burgundy
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Beaujolais
In stock, 12+ available
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List $23.00
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89 points Josh Raynolds (International Wine Cellar): "Vivid red. High-pitched red berry and floral scents are complicated by notes of fresh rose and lavender, with a touch of licorice coming up with air. Taut and focused, offering tangy redcurrant and bitter cherry flavors that pick up sweetness with air. Silky tannins add grip to the lively, linear finish. (Apr 2012)"
88 points David Schildkinecht (Wine Advocate): "[$23 list] Villa Ponciago’s 2010 Fleurie La Reserve is scented with fresh blackberry and ripe tomato along with a whiff of chamomile. Firm in feel, but brightly juicy and expansive on the palate it finishes with impressive tenacity and vivacity, featuring the tart and invigoratingly biting sense of berry seeds. I would expect this to be worth following for 4-6 years, though generosity and charm are not likely part of its metier. (Aug 2011)"
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