Burgundy's "Other" Grapes
From Aligoté to Passetoutgrains made of Gamay, these are the "other" grapes of Burgundy!
2019 Gems from the Edges of Burgundy: Cornu-Camus' Hautes Côtes vs. Savigny
Cornu-Camus' 2019s are as revelatory as they are delicious.
White Burgundy with Champagne Soul: Dame Jeanne Coteaux Bourguignons
We're very excited about this emerging vigneronne.
We suspect big things are in store for Mademoiselle Piollot, and this is your chance to get in on the ground floor.
Chorey-lès-Beaune: A Banging Burgundy Deal for Beginners and Pinot-philes Alike
If you're new to Red Burgundy it's hard to think of a better village to start with than Chorey-lès-Beaune. The wines are lovely examples of what makes Burgundy Burgundy: airy Pinot Noir with lovely fruit flavors that are nevertheless defined more by their savory side than their fruit.
The Healing Power of Clos des Quarts
My wife and I really miss our friends in the restaurant industry, but are making the best of it by cooking up a storm at home. Last night I opened some tiny briny oysters from New Brunswick, sauteed a filet of black sea bass from Montauk and boiled the first spring asparagus. Nice dinner. Had a bottle of 2017 Chateau des Quarts Pouilly-Fuisse "Clos des Quarts" monopole.
2017 Chablis from Kermit Lynch favorite
Lavantureux is one of the unsung heroes of Kermit Lynch's book.
Bourgogne Rouge with the Soul of Volnay, from Bitouzet-Prieur
The red wine also sounds too good to be true. The price is almost absurdly reasonable in today's market. And do the fruit and terroir ever sing!
Humble Bourgogne Blanc + 70 Year Old Meursault Vines!
Let’s say you need a white Burgundy that is totally delicious, with clean and precise fruit and strong minerality. One that is still fresh and energetic yet with just enough cellaring to get beyond its awkward oaky/reductive stage. Something that tastes like Meursault would be nice. And how about under $30?
Chablis' Undiscovered Treasure: Gilbert Picq
"This is unusually powerful for its level and a wine that should drink well almost immediately. Worth checking out."
EXCLUSIVE: Fredrick Wildman 2018 Burgundy Pre-Sale
Our 2018 Burgundy Direct Import Pre-Sale is HERE! 2018 is also a treat after recent vintages, because quantities are as good as they've been in a decade. While this should mean plenty to go around, we all know the global demand has spiked for Burgundy, making this your only chance to secure the wines you desire.
