Château de La Chaize Côte de Brouilly “Chavannes” 2022
Beaujolais
April 25, 2024 - The vineyard's unique terroir, with its soil of pink sand from granites, fosters deep root exploration and optimal grape cultivation conditions. A wine of exceptional complexity and character.
James Suckling -March 06, 2024 "The complex and compelling nose of red fruit pulls you inexorably into the concentrated and beautifully proportioned medium-bodied palate of this exciting Cote de Brouilly. At the super-elegant finish, the…
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Fleurie Lieu-Dit "La Chapelle des Bois" 2022
Beaujolais
April 25, 2024
Situated in one of Chaize’s seven cadastral localities of the Fleurie appellation, it occupies one of the finest terroirs. It is currently in consideration for Premier Cru Classification.
Château de La Chaize Fleurie Lieu-Dit “La Chapelle des Bois” 2022 (95 JS)
James Suckling ("This beautiful Fleurie has stacks of black raspberry fruit, but is anything other than loud. It gracefully tiptoes over your palate. Barely medium-bodied, but such a wonderful elegance right through the very long, filigreed finish.") -April 29, 2024 "This beautiful Fleurie has stacks of black raspberry fruit, but is anything other than loud. It gracefully tiptoes over your palate. Barely medium-bodied, but such a wonderful elegance right through…
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Brouilly Lieu-Dit "La Chaize" Monopole 2022
Beaujolais
April 25, 2024
Located right behind the Château, this 22-hectare monopole lieu-dit gathers all the characteristics of a great terroir, boasting a south east exposure, steep slope, deep granitic soil, and old vines.
Château de La Chaize Brouilly Lieu-Dit “La Chaize” Monopole 2022 (96 JS)
James Suckling ("Needs a moment in the glass for the forest-berry aromas to open up. Very minerally and smoky with plenty of forest-floor character. Stunning concentration and great elegance right through the extremely long and finely etched finish. Difficult to pull yourself away from this remarkable Brouilly. That this is only medium-bodied actually increases its appeal. Just a hint of blood oranges in the finish magnifies its freshness.") -April 29, 2024 "Needs a moment in the glass for the forest-berry aromas to open up. Very minerally and smoky with plenty of forest-floor character. Stunning concentration and great elegance right through the…
Château de La Chaize 111481
Brouilly 2022
Beaujolais
April 25, 2024
A blend of select vineyard sites owned by Chaize, situated around the historic Château. Capturing the essence of Brouilly Cru du Beaujolais, known for its ideal granite soil for Gamay, this wine delights with a harmonious blend of complexity and fruity aromas, showcasing the terroir's finesse.
Château de La Chaize Brouilly 2022 (92 JS)
James Suckling -April 29, 2024 “A fragrant and delightful Brouilly that's juicy and subtle. Elegant, medium-bodied palate. Lively acidity and soft tannins for the 2022 vintage. The aromas and the balance are fantastic."
Château de La Chaize 111478
Fleurie 2022
Beaujolais
April 25, 2024
Crafted from a selection of vineyard parcels located in the heart of the Fleurie appellation, it perfectly captures the essence of its granitic terroir, renowned for imparting exceptional elegance and floral complexity.
Château de La Chaize Fleurie 2022 (93 JS)
James Suckling (“An elegant and fragrant Fleurie that has the light-footed character and floral delicacy we associate with this appellation. The wine's structure is very discreet, completely beneath the surface on the front palate, then slowly emerging in the long, precise finish.") -April 29, 2024 “An elegant and fragrant Fleurie that has the light-footed character and floral delicacy we associate with this appellation. The wine's structure is very discreet, completely beneath the surface on the…
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Condrieu 2022
Condrieu
January 30, 2024
Condrieu is the ancestral home of the Viognier vine and is the source of one of the world's most exotic white wines. In the mid-20th century, only 20 acres of Viognier remained in Condrieu, leaving the grape and the appellation in serious jeopardy. Guigal was instrumental in bringing this appellation back from near extinction, and today supplements the grapes from their own vineyards with grapes purchased from numerous small growers, ultimately vinifying nearly one-third of the entire appellation.
E. Guigal
Gary Farrell Winery Russian River Selection Chardonnay 2022
Russian River Valley, California
January 29, 2024 - The Russian River Selection bottlings are quintessential Russian River Valley wines blended from some of the winery’s top vineyard sources. This layered and complex Chardonnay brings together fruit from several premier Russian River Valley vineyard sites.
James Suckling -April 04, 2024 "Fruity and creamy chardonnay with notes of mangoes, candied lemons, honeysuckle and pralines. Medium- to full-bodied with vivid acidity that gives it backbone and highlights its minerality. Balanced and fresh."