Taste of France

Nicolas Potel Maison Roche de Bellene Bourgogne Pinot Noir Vieilles Vignes 2017, France
Light bright red with bright garnet rims. On the nose; light bouquet of strawberries & violet hues. On the palate; crisp & clean subtle flavors of candied berries followed with savory tones of earth.

Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Flavors: Strawberries, Violets, Earthy
Ideal Temperature: 55F
Food Pairing: Duck, Pork Loin, Lamb
Alcohol: 15%


Domaine de la Rossignole 2017 Sancerre Vieilles Vignes, France
A complex, old vines Sauvignon Blanc from France's picturesque Loire Valley. With a floral nose hinting at spice, the palate offers citrus, lemon and minerals. The finish is crisp and clean.

Grape Variety: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Flavors: Lemon, Grapefruit, Kiwi, Lime, Floral
Ideal Temperature: 45F
Food Pairing: Goat Cheese, Oysters, Arugula Salad
Alcohol: 13%


Chateau de Saint Cosme Cotes du Rhone Les Deux Albions 2017, France
A perennial overachiever, the 2017 Cotes du Rhone les Deux Albions continues that run. Garrigue notes accent blueberry fruit in this full-bodied, plush wine. Loaded with hints of cherries and stone fruit, it's a cornucopia of ripe fruit waiting to be slurped down, velvety and long on the finish.

Grape Variety: 50% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre, 20% Grenache, 15% Carignan, 5% Clairette
Flavors: Blueberry, Cherries, Stone Fruit
Ideal Temperature: 60F
Food Pairing: Grills & Smoked Meat, Mushroom
Alcohol: 13%


Jean-Marc Brocard Domaine Sainte Claire Chablis Vieilles Vignes 2018, France
This soft, creamy wine comes from old vines close to the Brocard winery. It has the proper crispness and citrus character of the vintage plus riper yellow fruits and melon.

Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
Flavors: Citrus, Lime, Minerals, Melon
Ideal Temperature: 50F
Food Pairing: Pairs well with shellfish, salmon, tuna, and vanilla cream
Alcohol: 13%


The Chateau Laplagnotte Bellevue St Emilion Grand Cru 2017, France
This blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc is fruit-driven, exhibiting a deep plum and ruby hue with heady aromas of black currant, black cherry, licorice, and graphite. The Chateau Laplagnotte Bellevue Bordeaux shows a medium body with soft, silky tannins, and consumer-friendly appeal

Grape Variety: 74% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Franc
Flavors: Black Current, Black Cherry, Liccorice, Graphite
Ideal Temperature: 60F
Food Pairing: Braised Lamb, Stews, Grilled Fatty Beef
Alcohol: 13%


Figuiere Premiere Cotes de Provence Rosé 2018 France
Produced from organically grown grapes, this wine has a streamlined sense of purity on the palate. Its intense acidity with red-currant fruitiness and its mineral texture add an extra bite, making it a great wine with food.

Grape Variety: 50% Mourvèdre, 25% Cinsault, 25% Grenache
Flavors: Pure, Red-Currant, Minerals
Ideal Temperature: 45F
Food Pairing: Light Pasta, Light Salads, Raw Seafood, Shellsfish
Alcohol: 13%