James Suckling (98-99)

James Suckling (95-96)

Proudly hailing from the renowned Muscadet Sevre-Et-Maine appellation of Loire Valley, France, Bellevue Muscadet Sevre Maine 2020 truly shines out with its pure class. Château Bellevue, the venerated producer, harnesses decades-old vines on their 19-hectare estate to ensure optimum ripeness and aroma. Expertly made using the Melon de Bourgogne grape, this wine has undergone sur lie ageing, providing a stunning, textural complexity to its exquisite profile.

The Bellevue Muscadet Sevre Maine 2020 offers a vibrant nose of crisp apple, pear complemented by subtle mineral notes. The palate delights with its refreshing acidity, balanced by the luscious fullness of ripe fruit, culminating in a persistent finish. This wine uniquely articulates the cool maritime climate and granitic soils of its birthplace. Perfectly paired with shellfish, it's an absolute celebration for your senses!

Indulge in the distinguished taste of Bellevue Muscadet Sevre Maine 2020 and experience one of France's finest white wine wonders.

Nestled in the vineyards of Bordeaux, France, enjoy a true viticultural masterpiece, l'Excellence de Belliard 2010. Crafted by the esteemed Belliard family, their passion and dedication to winemaking is evident in every bottle of this luxuriously crafted vintage. Evocative of the rich terroir from which it hails, the 2010 blend exhibits an eloquent expression of sophisticate harmony and depth.

Benefitting from the advantageous climate of Bordeaux, the l'Excellence de Belliard 2010 is matured for twenty-four months in French Oak barrels. This technique imbues a nuanced, complex character - a fusion of ripe red fruits, subtle licorice, and delicate spice notes. The robust structure and velvety tannins presente a sublime, lingering finish guaranteed to enrapture the palate.

Earning global recognition for its outstanding quality, the l'Excellence de Belliard 2010 is a treasure to be savoured. This rising star in the vinous firmament offers impeccable proof that perfection truly can be bottled.

Unveiling the splendour of classical French wine-making, the Belliviere Coteaux Loir Vv Eparses 2018 is a wine lover’s delight. Exquisitely crafted from 100% Chenin Blanc grapes, this distinguished creation originates from a collection of old vineyards found in Jasnières and Coteaux du Loir by the esteemed Bellivière family. The grapes from these respectful vineyards are meticulously handpicked and vinified separately to preserve their unique identities.

Applying the traditional biodynamic farming approach intertwined with modern vinification techniques, this result is a wine with an expressive bouquet marked by fruity undertones, flaunting a balanced acidity. Its elegance, combined with a lingering minerality, pays the truest homage to its terroir. Endowed with a potential for an extended cellar life, this gem is a testament to the Bellivière’s unyielding commitment to crafting wines vouchsafing superior quality. Delight in each sip of the Belliviere Coteaux Loir Vv Eparses 2018 and embark on a flavour journey through the revered French wine territories.

A family-run Champagne house with a history dating back to 1878, many of the grapes grown by Maison Bénard Pitois are bought by Bollinger but they keep selected parcels from their 1er Cru vines in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ to create this excellent value Brut Réserve and their other releases.

Made from a blend of 60% Pinot and 40% Chardonnay, it was aged for 30 months on lees, double the usual Non-Vintage ageing period of 15 months, and elegant brioche and almond complexity really shines through. It was also partly aged in wooden barrels, which has given it the richness..

Benedicte & Stephane Tissot Arbois Bruyeres 2020 is a meticulously crafted expression of the Jura region’s terroir. Harvested from sustainably managed vineyards in Bruyeres, the 2020 vintage showcases the expertise of Benedicte and Stephane Tissot. Employing traditional vinification techniques, the grapes undergo gentle pressing and fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats to preserve their delicate aromas. The wine is aged for 12 months on lees, enhancing its complexity and texture. This elegant wine presents notes of white flowers, citrus zest, and subtle mineral undertones, complemented by a refined palate with balanced acidity and a lingering finish. Ideal for pairing with regional cheeses or refined poultry dishes, this vintage exemplifies the finesse and dedication of its producers. Discover the nuanced character of Benedicte & Stephane Tissot Arbois Bruyeres 2020, a true testament to fine Jura winemaking.

Immersing in a bottle of Benedicte & Stephane Tissot Arbois Chardonnay Les Graviers 2016 is akin to a tour of the illustrious Jura region. This stately Chardonnay embodies the terroir's uniqueness, sourced from the Les Graviers vineyard lying on old alluvial soils high in limestone. Benefiting from a biodynamic winemaking approach, the wine reflects Stéphane Tissot's commitment to preserving the environment and showcasing the 'genius loci'. The grapes go through slow, natural fermentation in large oak casks which imbues complexity and subtlety without overpowering the fruit. This cherished vintage exudes seductive notes of citrus and exotic fruits, supported by a marked mineral backbone and nuanced hints of oak. Undeniably elegant and poised for longevity, Benedicte & Stephane Tissot Arbois Chardonnay Les Graviers 2016 is a testament to the duo's meticulous craftsmanship, reflective of the estate's rich heritage.

Benedicte & Stephane Tissot Arbois Chardonnay Les Graviers 2020 boasts a refined expression of Jura terroir, meticulously crafted in the esteemed Les Graviers vineyards. Hand-harvested Chardonnay grapes flourish on well-drained gravel soils, imparting distinctive minerality and elegance. The wine undergoes precise vinification, including cold fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve its vibrant acidity and intricate fruit profiles. A period of lees aging enhances its complexity and texture, resulting in a harmonious balance between citrus aromas, subtle oak nuances, and a lingering finish. Crafted by the renowned Tissot family, whose dedication to sustainable viticulture and traditional techniques is evident in every bottle, this Chardonnay exemplifies finesse and sophistication. Ideal for pairing with seafood delicacies or refined poultry dishes, the Benedicte & Stephane Tissot Arbois Chardonnay Les Graviers 2020 is a distinguished addition to any fine wine collection.

Introducing the inimitable Benedicte & Stephane Tissot Arbois Chardonnay Mailloche 2018. This esteemed wine originates from the Arbois region of Jura, France, renowned for its mineral-rich limestone and fossil-infused marl soils; a unique terroir that imparts distinct characteristics to the grapes. Each vineyard parcel is vinified separately, following biodynamic principles - an approach that Benedicte & Stephane Tissot uphold to retain the purest expression of Chardonnay, emulating the nature's rhythm. After a meticulous manual harvest, the wine is matured for two years in old oak barrels to develop levels of complexity, retaining its intrinsic acidity while adding smoothness to the palate. The result is an extraordinarily balanced offering, with a rich bouquet of honeysuckle, ripe quince, and nuanced mineral notes. Perfectly embodying its terroir, Benedicte & Stephane Tissot Arbois Chardonnay Mailloche 2018 is indisputably a wine of great stature for discerning connoisseurs.

Benedicte & Stephane Tissot Cotes Jura Sursis 2018 exemplifies the finesse of Jura's esteemed terroir. Crafted from meticulously selected Chardonnay and Savagnin grapes, harvested by hand from the family’s sustainable vineyards in the heart of Côtes du Jura. The vinification process embraces traditional techniques, including fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the varietal’s purity and expression. A subtle ageing on neutral oak allows the wine to develop its characteristic complexity without overshadowing its vibrant acidity and minerality. The 2018 vintage boasts notes of pear, citrus zest, and delicate floral undertones, culminating in a long, elegant finish. Under the stewardship of Benedicte & Stephane Tissot, renowned for their commitment to quality and biodynamic farming practices, this Cotes Jura Sursis stands as a testament to their passion for exceptional wine crafting.

Vinous (93-95)

Vinous (90-92)