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Serve a bit cool with grilled meats, chicken, lentil stew, full-flavored cheeses. -\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavid Lillie\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44588912345313,"sku":"312005","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/Amphores2022LesIrisSyrah-FB.jpg?v=1743538453"},{"product_id":"pierre-andre-20-cdp-rouge","title":"Pierre André 2020 Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe consider Domaine Pierre André to be one of the greatest estates in Châteuneuf-du-Pape. Organic since 1980 (one of the first in the AOC) and Biodynamic since 1992. The red is 90% Grenache with Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, Vaccarèse, Counoise, Muscadin and Picpoul. Some parcels are over 100 years old, with the average vine age around 65 years. Tasted with Jacqueline in January 2022, the wine was quite remarkable, showing a relatively light red\/garnet color with lovely aromas of tart cherry, red currant, rose and violet. The plate was supple, not heavy, with complex red fruits, earth and minerals with silky fresh tannins, finishing with terrific length of red currant and berries. \"Un gourmandise\" said Jacqueline and we couldn't agree more - but obviously built to age as well. -\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDavid Lillie\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44588933120225,"sku":"311946","price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/PierreAndre2020Chateauneuf-du-PapeRouge.jpg?v=1713281972"},{"product_id":"pierre-andre-2021-chateauneuf-du-pape-rouge","title":"Pierre André 2021 Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe very fine and elegant 2021 Pierre Andre Chateauneuf-du-Pape shows a deep red garnet color, with subtle aromas of plum, rosehip, violet, red currant and tart cherry with citrus and earth. Black cherry, cassis, garrigue, minerals and firm acidity on the palate with pretty red fruits emerging with air, finishing with minerals and bright acidity. There is power here at 14.5 % alc, but in a stylish Burgundian frame. On day two the elegance is further revealed with a beautiful chalky texture, fabulous length of sappy red fruits and minerals, all in finesse as is usually the case with the wines of Jacqueline André. Highly recommended. -\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDavid Lillie\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44899198075105,"sku":"312084","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/PierreAndre2021Chateauneuf-du-PapeRouge.jpg?v=1713280078"},{"product_id":"amphores-22-vin-de-france-sphe-erique","title":"Amphores 2022 Vin de France \"Sphé-érique\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Vin de France \"Sphé-érique\" from the Grenier family in Saint-Joseph is a lovely Syrah from Biodynamic farming that is fantastically delicious! The wine is from young massale-selection Syrah vines on granite with shallow clay soils in the Richagnieux vineyard  at Chavanay, formerly within the Saint-Joseph zone. It ferments and ages in a unique round vat. The wine shows  superb very bright pure strawberry, raspberry and blueberry fruit, really lovely, which continue on the palate that is fresh, refreshing and pure with great focus and length. There is minimal added SO2 which allows the fragrant, floral aromas and fruit flavors to be fully expressed. Serve this beautiful Syrah cool with charcuterie, grilled lamb and pork, roast chicken and mild cheeses. It's lovely wine and a testament to the great farming and winemaking by Véronique and Philippe Grenier and family.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949528674529,"sku":"13766","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/Amphores2022Sphe-erique_fcdd60fa-2f96-49ca-9ce3-5fffece70412.jpg?v=1715274312"},{"product_id":"amphores-22-saint-joseph-les-sept-lieux","title":"Amphores 2022 Saint-Joseph \"Les Sept Lieux\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Arrives 4\/30) The Amphores \"7 Lieux\" is from vines planted in the 90's, always organic, and from parcels of old vines, converted to organic, in Chavanay, just south of Condrieu. Philippe and Veronique Grenier have always farmed organically and now they are certified Biodynamic as well, bringing the quality even higher at this wonderful small estate. 50 - 60% de-stemmed, aged 50% in vat, 50% in 2 to 10 year-old demi-muid and foudre. The 2022 \"7 Lieus\" is a gorgeous Saint-Joseph, showing a deep red\/purple color and fresh, floral aromas with violet, black raspberry, black plum, a bit of smoke and black pepper, backed with earth and mineral notes. The palate shows a classic Northern Rhone backbone of iron and earth flavors nicely balanced with lush red currant, black raspberry and black olive with lovely freshness, surprising in this hot vintage. The finish shows firm acidity, mineral flavors and sappy, lingering olive and berry fruit with a hint of that special Syrah animal funk. (Albert Dervieux-Thaize once told me that a good Cote-Rotie should smell like the gut of a warm hare) This will improve with time in the cellar, but is delicious now as well for its authentic and old-fashioned Syrah character, with lovely fruit and freshness. 13% alcohol. -\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavid Lillie\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949572550881,"sku":"13767","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/Amphores2022SaintJosephLes7Lieux_46706c66-aeeb-42be-82cc-17fa699b5d85.jpg?v=1715274325"},{"product_id":"descombes-georges-2023-morgon","title":"Descombes, Georges 2023 Morgon","description":"\u003cp\u003eGeorges Descombes is one of the premiere vignerons in Beaujolais. His winemaking is very traditional; using native yeasts, semi-carbonic maceration, and very little sulfur added at bottling. The 2023 Morgon shows a bright, vivid red\/black color with earth, violet and citrus notes mingling with lovely raspberry and blackberry aromas. The palate is ripe, silky and well-structured with fresh, velvety raspberry, cherry and blackberry fruit, with earth and mineral notes bringing texture and length to the sappy, lingering finish. This is a beautiful Morgon to serve cool with farm chicken, grilled pork and lamb, cow cheeses and charcuterie over the next  4 - 5 years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Bowler Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45986844934369,"sku":"21051","price":31.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/DescombesMorgon.jpg?v=1774055993"},{"product_id":"pierre-andre-2023-chateauneuf-du-pape-blanc","title":"Pierre André 2023 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Pierre André Blanc is an extraordinary Châteauneuf-du-Pape from an extraordinary estate - organic since 1980 (one of the first in the AOC) and Biodynamic since 1992.  The blend is now approximately 50-60% Bourboulenc and 40-50% old-vine Clairette (planted in the 1920s) grown on sandy soils in the lieu-dits of \"Saint-Georges,\" \"Etang\" and \"les Bédines,\" giving a wine that accentuates the beautiful minerality brought by the terroir and the superb farming. The wine is most similar to that of Eric Texier in it's ability to age beautifully, using only the very traditional CDP varieties of Clairette and Bourboulenc. \"\u003cem\u003eThe 2023 shows a yellow robe; the bouquet is gradually emerging, has a steady depth, potential, a sense of nut-hazelnut, glazed fruits. The palate possesses rather sturdy filling, is packed together, a good, traditional Châteauneuf blanc, persists like a red wine, has that structure, is very much on for sauced dishes, Vieille France cuisine, quenelles de brochet [pike], for instance. It has firm length, will handle strong flavours extremely well. Decanting essential. 14°\"\u003c\/em\u003e - drinkrhone.  \"\u003cem\u003eIt’s quite fresh, has joli matter; I like the balance between freshness and matter, and its bitters [amers] are appealing\u003c\/em\u003e\" said Jacqueline. Best to wait a few years then drink until at least 2040, a beautiful wine!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46010003783905,"sku":"21135","price":57.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/PierreAndre2023ChateauneufBlanc-FB.jpg?v=1742836371"},{"product_id":"descombes-georges-2022-morgon-vieilles-vignes","title":"Descombes, Georges 2022 Morgon Vieilles Vignes","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a classic version of the Descombes Morgon VV, showing ripe high-toned black raspberry and tart cherry aromas with plum, violet, citrus, earth and brown spice, really lovely. The elegant black and red fruits continue on the palate, which is quite saline and earthy as well, really showing the terroir. The wine is dense and structured but bright and balanced, finishing with refreshing acidity, citrus, cherry fruit, anise and mineral flavors. A recent bottle reminded us of why we consider the Descombes wines to be some of the best of the region. The fruit profile was beautifully developed and mature, the earthy flavors were well integrated on the mid-palate and in the long, mineral finish. Delicious now, this should be superb in three to five years, and should drink well till 2035 and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Bowler Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46155180376289,"sku":"22337","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/Descombes_G2022MorgonVV-FB.jpg?v=1741291499"},{"product_id":"amphores-2023-saint-joseph-blanc-altitude-350","title":"Amphores 2023 Saint-Joseph Blanc 'Altitude 300'","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom Veronique, Philippe and Remi Grenier at Domaine des Amphores, certified organic and Biodynamic. 80% Roussanne, 20% Marsanne on granite soils in \"Le Monteillet\" at 300 metres altitude. Fermented and aged in anfora and vat rather than wood. The wine shows a bright gold\/bronze color, subtle aromas of exotic fruits, apricot, white peach, citrus peel, hazelnut and wet stone. The palate is ripe, dense and elegant with a delicate character to the stone fruits and mineral flavors, textured and earthy, finishing with floral white peach, minerals and firm acidity, with a lovely freshness to the ripe fruit and stone flavors in the finish. \"drink with scallops, trout, foie gras, chicken in cream sauce, blanquette of veal, raclette, Rigotte de Condrieu cheese,” say the Greniers. Lovely wine!  David Lillie\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46155853955297,"sku":"22340","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/Amphores2023Altitude300SaintJ.jpg?v=1749695111"},{"product_id":"amphores-2023-condrieu-la-cote","title":"Amphores 2023 Condrieu La Côte","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Domaine des Amphores Condrieu is 100% massale-selection Viognier from 0.5 hectares on poor granite-based soils at 250 metres on \"La Côte\" at Chavanay. The 2023 La Côte has a pale yellow gold robe. The nose offers a subtle and intriguing mélange of toasted nuts, acacia flower, apricot, honey, pear, stone and a hint of spice. The palate shades savory with a granitic spine and roasted peach, and green almond flavors on a sleek  and mineral palate. Quite ripe and unctuous but with a pleasing stony core that continues with good freshness in the long and complex finish. This is a less exotic and exuberant expression of Condrieu, but perfect for the table—think skate with brown butter, halibut or roasted chicken with fricasséed morels!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46155862900961,"sku":"22341","price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/Amphores2023LaCoteCondrieu-FB.jpg?v=1743105882"},{"product_id":"amphores-2023-igp-les-iris-viognier","title":"Amphores 2023 IGP Les Iris Viognier","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe love Condrieu, but Viognier from other regions can often be cloying and uninteresting. This example from the Grenier family in Chavanay, however, is elegant and outstanding. It comes from Viognier vines just south of the Condrieu AOC, always tended organically, certified since 2002, and Biodynamic since 2016. Like stepping into the sunshine, this wine is a bedazzlement of friut and floral tones. Yellow flowers, white blossom, honeysuckle, apricot, peach, canteloupe and underripe pineapple, with slight hints of almond, citrus and lemon peel all playing on the alluring nose of this wine. There is a unctuousness on the palate that is beautifully balanced by a lively acidity. The finish introduces a hint of fresh cut hay and that particular late summer evening light.  A lovely Viognier and a great value! \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruit of the Vines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46198478373089,"sku":"22819","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3790\/6145\/files\/Amphores2023LesIrisViognier-FB.jpg?v=1743008425"},{"product_id":"amphores-2023-vin-de-france-mornen-noir","title":"Amphores 2023 Vin de France Mornen Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnd now for something completely different... While tasting at Domaine des Amphores with Philippe and Véronique Grenier a few years ago, we noticed a small barrel with \"Mornen Noir\" scrawled on the front in chalk. A grape apparently native to the area between the Rhone and Loire rivers south of Lyon, it had been grown by Philippe's grandfather Louis - now the Greniers and a few other growers in Chavanay are once again making wine from this ancient variety. Possibly related to Chasselas and\/or Mondeuse, the grapes yield a bright vibrant wine with black fruit flavors and low alcohol. The 2023 is fascinating, showing vibrant aromas of blackberry and blueberry with violet and stone. The palate is a bit lighter than a Syrah (Alc. is 11.5%), and very mineral, with bright flavors of blueberries and earth. 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