| 2021 |
Jeff Carrel |
Languedoc 'Les Darons' |
A blend of 70% Grenache, 25% Syrah, and the rest Carignan, the 2021 Languedoc Les Darons reveals a healthy ruby/purple hue to go with juicy, peppery, vibrant aromatics of red and blue fruits, some floral and sappy garrigue nuances, medium body, fine tannins, and outstanding length. This elegant, balanced, terrific 2021 will drink well for 5-6 years or more. |
Jeb Dunnuck |
90 |
 |
2023-08-17 |
| 2022 |
Damien Martin |
Pouilly Fuisse |
Aged 12 months in neutral barrels, the 2022 Pouilly-Fuissé has a gorgeous perfume of spiced citrus and orchard fruits, honeyed white flowers, and a kiss of sappy herbs. Wonderfully balanced, medium-bodied, textured, and elegant, it's a beautiful white from this estate that will shine for 4-6 years. |
Jeb Dunnuck |
92 |
 |
2023-08-17 |
| 2022 |
Damien Martin |
Saint Veran |
Pure, clean orchard and tropical fruits, spice, crushed stone, and white flower notes all emerge from the 2022 Saint Véran, a medium-bodied, clean, incredibly classy, balanced Saint Véran that has good mid-palate density, integrated acidity, and outstanding length. |
Jeb Dunnuck |
91 |
 |
2023-08-17 |
| 2020 |
Domaine Cabirau |
Cotes du Rousillon |
The 2020 Côtes du Roussillon checks in as 50% Grenache, 30% Carignan, and 20% Syrah. It has classic Maury-like notes of chocolate, minerals, and meaty black cherry fruits as well as medium to full-bodied richness, a round, supple, seamless mouthfeel, and outstanding length. More spice, herbes de Provence, and peppery notes develop with time in the glass. This is another seamless, elegant, delicious wine from this estate. |
Jeb Dunnuck |
90 |
 |
2023-08-17 |
| 2021 |
Domaine D'Ansignan |
Petites Grappes |
From an estate purchased by Jeff Carrel in 2016, the 2021 Côtes du Roussillon Les Petites Grappes is equal parts Grenache and Carignan from pure granite soils. Beautiful, almost Northern Rhône-like notes of ripe red and black fruits, smoked meats, graphite, and pepper, as well as a beautiful minerality, define the aromatics, and it's fresh, focused, and elegant, with beautifully integrated acidity. It's a stunning bottle of wine. |
Jeb Dunnuck |
92 |
 |
2023-08-17 |
| 2022 |
Domaine des Rocailles |
Apremont Jacquere |
The 2022 Apremont (100% Jacquère) is a juicy, incredibly refreshing, delicious white offering bright citrus and pear fruit in a medium-bodied, clean, crisp, balanced style. |
Jeb Dunnuck |
90 |
 |
2023-08-17 |
| 2022 |
Domaine Durand |
Sancerre |
Salted citrus, crushed stone, pear, and white flower notes all emerge from the 2022 Sancerre Blanc, a very clean, medium-bodied, crisp, racy white that has bright acidity while staying balanced and textured. Bottled after just three months in concrete, drink this juicy, vibrant white over the coming couple of years. |
Jeb Dunnuck |
91 |
 |
2023-08-17 |
| 2022 |
Domaine D'Ansignan |
Les Grenadines |
The 2022 Les Grenadines (42% Grenache, 31% Syrah, 16% Carignan, and a splash of Maccabeu) is light ruby-hued, with an almost rosé feel in its pretty strawberry, peppery herb, and violet notes in a medium-bodied, clean, fresh, and lively style on the palate. It's a deliciously quaffable, impeccably made red to drink over the coming summer months. |
Jeb Dunnuck |
90 |
 |
2023-08-17 |
| 2022 |
Villa des Anges |
Pays d'Oc Rose 'Vielles Vignes' |
All Cinsault from a single estate in the Languedoc, the 2022 Cinsault Rosé is light and fresh, with bright orange blossom and dried strawberry fruit in its medium-bodied, silky, elegant profile. It's nicely balanced, has good acidity, and a clean finish. |
Jeb Dunnuck |
90 |
 |
2023-08-17 |
| 2022 |
Villa des Anges |
Sauvignon Blanc |
The 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is terrific, with a juicy, Loire-like style in its citrus, white grapefruit, sappy herb, and mineral-driven aromatics. Medium-bodied, clean, and balanced on the palate, it’s well worth seeking out. |
Jeb Dunnuck |
91 |
 |
2023-08-17 |