This very reliable producer crafts superb Cabernet Franc and Chenin blanc biodynamic wines. The Saumur-Champigny appellation has dramatically improved in the last decade. A charming cuvée that displays perfectly ripe flavours. Deep almost purple colour, lovely intense nose that exudes field berries and bell pepper with floral and animal hints. Medium bodied with fresh acidity and a trademark velvety texture. Quite flavourful, with good length, it should marry well with you favorite grilled veal or pork dish. Enjoy!
Country : France
Price : 24,95 $
Code SAQ: 14959343
Score : 90/100
This consistent quality white from South West France offers great value. It charmed a group of friends almost unanimously ! A perfect 50-50 blend of Chardonnay and Sauvignon that exudes intense scents of passion fruit, guava and citrus. A hint of residual sugar (6,2 gr/li) is perfectly balanced by fresh acidity and a touch of bitterness. A flavourful and seductive white perfect for oysters on the shell or grilled seafood. Enjoy!
Country : France
Price : 18,55 $
Code SAQ: 561316
Score : 88/100
Unfortunately there are way too many bland rosés in our market ! This lovely rosé from Provence offers an unusually deep colour which translates into more character. From the classic varieties of the region : Grenache, Cinsault and Carignan, this seductive organic rosé displays charming fruity aromas. Typically light, but surprisingly flavourful with acidity and (hint) bitterness that deliver a clean crisp finish. Serve this tasty rosé with grilled fish or poultry.
Country : France
Price : 21,80 $
Code SAQ: 13212002
Score : 88/100
The high quality 2020 Burgundy vintage produced ripe but surprisingly fresh reds. Deeply coloured this lovely Pinot exhibits charming red fruit scents with hints of sweet spices. Light to medium bodied, fresh and tasty, well balanced with surprising length for this entry level regional appellation (Bourgogne). Quite easy drinking, try this seductive Pinot with your favorite grilled poultry dishes. Enjoy!
Country : France
Price : 27,25 $
Code SAQ: 10796516
Score : 88+/100
The Bolgheri region is reputed for its Bordeaux blends. This deep coloured Poggio ai Ginepri is made with Cabernet Sauvignon (40%), Merlot (30%), Cabernet Franc (20%) and Petit Verdot (10%). The classic nose displays scents of dark berries and chocolate with floral and vegetal (bell pepper) hints. Medium to full bodied, round and velvety, quite flavourful and easy drinking for such a structured red. Try with grilled veggies and Italian sausage pizza. Enjoy !
Country : Italy
Price : 23,95 $
Code SAQ: 11161299
Score : 88/100
The 2020 northern Rhône produced high quality, flavourful and perfectly balanced reds. This deep coloured Crozes is obviously made entirely with Syrah. The nose exhibits lovely smoky, fruity (field berries) and peppery scents enhanced by a discreet mineral hint on the finish. Perfectly ripe fruit, with just enough acidity, leads to a fresh, elegant and easy drinking red (12,5% alc). With good extract and length, this charming red will marry well with your favorite grilled veal and/or pork dishes. Enjoy !
Country : France
Price : 32,50 $
Code SAQ: 12535491
Score : 90/10
This organic Terres Rouges cuvée from Arnaud Lambert was highlighted in the May 2022 issue of La Revue du Vin de France that focused on Cabernet Franc reds from Loire Valley. Ideal climatic conditions in 2020 helped shaped this lovely deep coloured red. The nose exudes seductive field berry, vegetal (bell pepper), floral and animal scents. Medium bodied with ripe flavours, fresh acidity, velvety texture, good balance and surprising length. Serve this easy drinking Saumur with your favorite grilled poultry dish. Enjoy !
Country : France
Price : 24,65 $
Code SAQ: 12244774
Score : 89/100
Don’t miss out on Loire Valley reds from the excellent 2020 vintage ! This fine cuvée «La Mine» from Yanick Amirault is organic and «nature». The lovely ripe nose displays scents of field berries with mineral, floral and vegetal (bell peppers) hints. Fresh acidity, velvety texture, perfectly balanced with ripe tannins for structure and aging potential (4 to 6 years). Match this very tasty and elegant Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgeuil with pork or veal fillets with morels. Enjoy !
Country : France
Price : 28,60 $
Code SAQ: 14915893
Score : 91/100
As world demand for white wine continues to grow, the Rhône Valley has decided to increase its production of white in the next few years, from 261,509 hl to 300,000 hl. This lovely blend of Roussanne (30%), Grenache (30%), Viognier (30%) and Clairette (10%) is a sure bet to satisfy the fan of round and velvety whites. The charming nose exudes scents of pears and apples with seductive floral hints. Soft acidity and a lingering bitterness assure freshness, balance and length. A very flavourful white that will marry perfectly with grilled salmon trout. Enjoy !
Country : France
Price : 17,55 $
Code SAQ: 14788151
Score : 89/100
Often mentioned in wine publications, Château Yvonne’s cuvée La Folie scored 92/100 in the latest issue (May 2022) of «La Revue du Vin de France», which focused on Cabernet Franc based Loire Valley reds. Deeply coloured, this biodynamic unfiltered red displays charming field berry and bell pepper scents with floral and animal hints. Seductive ripe flavours, velvety texture, good extract, well balanced with a lovely lingering finish. Grilled red tuna should match well with this Cab Franc from Loire Valley. Enjoy!
Country : France
Price : 30,25 $
Code SAQ: 11665534
Score : 90/100