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Producer Description

Made solely with the two best 'cru' of Cognac, Grande and Petite Champagne, 'Composition' reveals a truly magnificent terroir driven taste profile. Fresh, elegant, suave and aromatic. 'Composition' is an artistic visionary work with a natural balance of strength, smoothness and all the attributes you can expect from a Cognac carefully crafted by the Tesseron family house.

Tête de Moine Cheese Rosettes — Switzerland

Tête de Moine is one of Switzerland’s most storied Alpine cheeses, produced in the Jura region since the 12th century by monks at the Abbey of Bellelay. These Cheese Rosettes capture everything that makes it extraordinary: the wheel is shaved — not sliced — into delicate, ruffled curls using a girolle, releasing the full aromatic complexity of the aged raw milk cheese. The result is buttery, nutty, and faintly floral, with a smooth, almost silky texture and a long, savory finish that lingers.

More than a cracker, these rosettes are a statement on any cheese board or charcuterie spread. Serve them alongside cured meats, cornichons, and honeycomb, or simply let them stand alone with a glass of Grüner Veltliner, Riesling, or a crisp Alpine white. They are equally at home beside a Champagne flute or a stein of lager.

🇨🇭 “Buttery, Swiss crisps made from delicious Tête de Moine cheese.” — Martin Johnson, Cheesemonger. 67 Gourmet.

• Cheese: Tête de Moine AOP
• Origin: Jura region, Switzerland
• Milk Type: Raw cow’s milk
• Style: Shaved Alpine cheese rosettes
• Flavor Profile: Buttery, nutty, faintly floral, savory finish
• Best Served: At room temperature
• Pairs With: Cured meats, cornichons, honeycomb, Grüner Veltliner, Riesling, Champagne, lager

A pantry essential for anyone who takes their cheese board seriously.

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This is a blend of 58% Merlot and 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged almost two years in French oak. The melt-in-your-mouth chocolate, with a backdrop of silky tannins, are the protagonists in this palatable page turner. White peppered plum and ripe, dark cherry unite in a thrilling romp with grilled meats and lavender. Spoiler alert: we’ll give the ending away: earthy tones emerge with minerality while Italian herbs dust the tongue.

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Christina Pickard The Wine Enthusiast 90 Points |  Appealing aromas of lime, white peach and kiwi fruit lead to a palate that's shows lovely, delicate fruit woven neatly with bright acidity, and padded by a softly pithy texture. It steers clear of the green, underripe pungency common to this style and is the better (half) for it.

Every list has a Big Cheese — and this is the gift that delivers. The Big Cheese: American Style is a curated celebration of America's finest artisan cheeses, paired with the perfect accompaniments for an unforgettable tasting experience.

Two of the most coveted American-style cheeses anchor this gift, joined by a luscious jam or honey and a sleeve of delicate wafer crackers. Whether it's for a host, a colleague, or someone who simply deserves the best, this is a gift that speaks for itself.

What's Inside:

• Two premium American artisan cheeses
• Jam or honey accompaniment
• Wafer crackers

Beautifully assembled and ready to gift. No wrapping required — just the pleasure of giving something truly special.

Some gifts need no introduction — but this one deserves one. The Big Cheese: European Style is a love letter to the Old World, bringing together two of Europe's most celebrated artisan cheeses alongside the perfect accompaniments for a truly memorable tasting.

Rich in tradition and character, these cheeses are paired with a luscious jam or honey and delicate wafer crackers — everything you need for an effortless, elegant spread. Whether you're gifting a fellow cheese lover, a gracious host, or simply treating yourself, this is a gift that travels well beyond the occasion.

What's Inside:

• Two premium European artisan cheeses
• Jam or honey accompaniment
• Wafer crackers

Beautifully assembled and ready to gift. No wrapping required — just the pleasure of giving something truly exceptional.

Producer Description 

With the flood of new gins and tonic waters in recent years, modern tastebuds can be quite challenged when it comes to skillfully pair a specific gin with tonic water that complements its flavor profile. 

With the combination of Sicilian lemon, Seville oranges, grapefruit, and lime, The Bitter Truth Tonic Bitters are made to provide an authentic Gin & Tonic experience making the flavors merge perfectly by adding delicate exotic nuances for a multi-sensory affair.

The Bitter Truth Tonic Bitters provide layers of citrus fruits, juniper berries, orris root, and hints of Japanese green tea, and these bitters are not exclusive to the mix of Gin & Tonic, but they also shine bright in cocktails and long drinks. Producer Description. 

Iberico Chorizo, Truffle Salami made locally, Wagyu Beef Bologna, Tinned Conservas and superb Basque Piparras highlight a veritable feast for your favorite carnivore.

Whether as a hostess/host gift or merely as a self reward for whatever deserves rewarding at the time, these baskets are perfect for chilling on lazy days.

Indeed, cheers!  This Companion offers everything you need to make any hour a happy one: Luxardo Cherries. bitters, olives and olive brine plus artisan sardines and smoked oysters.  

Selection by Martin Johnson, Cheesemonger | 67Gourmet

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Harvested by hand at night from a little vineyard in the Russian River comes this delightfully fruity yet complex wine. The mouth is full of rich subtropical passion fruit and melon. We achieve this fullness by leaving the juice on lees for an extended period of time building the flavor.

The Crossings Light Wave Sauvignon Blanc 2024

Experience the unique flavors of The Crossings Light Wave Sauvignon Blanc, a wine that perfectly balances freshness and flavor while being crisp, flavorful, and refreshingly light. This delightful low alcohol Sauvignon Blanc is lower in alcohol yet full-flavored, with only 80 calories per serving. Crafted in the heart of New Zealand's renowned Marlborough region, this wine offers a refreshing choice for those who appreciate a light and engaging wine experience without feeling overly indulged.

Only 80 Calories Per Serving

Nutritional Information (per 5 fl oz serving):

• Only 80 calories
• 8% ABV (lower alcohol content)
• 0.6g carbohydrates
• 0g protein
• 0g fat
• Full-flavored despite lower alcohol

Tasting Profile

The 2024 vintage presents a delightful flavor profile with crisp acidity and bright citrus notes. A bouquet of green apple and lime dances on the palate, with subtle hints of passionfruit that add complexity and vibrancy. The wine showcases the minerality and vibrancy that Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is famous for, offering a lively and refreshing character that is both crisp and engaging.

Marlborough, New Zealand Heritage

The Crossings winery is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainable practices. Located in the heart of New Zealand's Marlborough region, this Sauvignon Blanc is crafted using grapes that are carefully harvested at optimal ripeness. The winemaking team employs traditional techniques combined with modern innovation to produce this exceptional wine. Each bottle reflects the region's unique terroir, showcasing the distinctive character that has made Marlborough one of the world's premier Sauvignon Blanc regions.

Food Pairing Suggestions

This versatile wine is ideal for both casual sipping and pairing with your favorite dishes:

• Fresh seafood and grilled fish
• Light salads with citrus vinaigrette
• Light pastas and seafood pasta
• Fresh oysters and shellfish
• Goat cheese and soft cheeses
• Asian cuisine and sushi
• Perfect as an aperitif

Perfect for Any Occasion

One of the standout features of The Crossings Light Wave Sauvignon Blanc is its versatility. With lower alcohol content and only 80 calories per serving, it is perfect for celebrations, casual gatherings, warm summer days, or cozy evenings spent with friends where you want to enjoy a glass without feeling overly indulged. The refreshing nature and lively characteristics make it a must-have addition to your wine collection, offering quality winemaking tradition with a health-conscious approach.

The Eyrie Vineyards · Estate Pinot Gris · 2023

Oregon Pinot Gris with orchard-fruit depth, floral lift, and refreshing acidity. The 2023 Estate bottling brings together pear, peach, citrus blossom, and savory herbal notes in a medium-bodied wine with a rounded texture and a lively finish.

Producer & Place

The Eyrie Vineyards in the Dundee Hills carries forward the pioneering work of David Lett. His commitment to Pinot Gris helped shape a winegrowing tradition rooted in individuality and an attentive relationship with the vineyard.

Matt Kramer · The Wine Spectator / The Oregonian | “David Lett pioneered both Pinot noir and its white wine cousin, Pinot gris, the two grapes that define Oregon wine today. But just as important, he established the very tone of Oregon winegrowing: artisanal, individualistic, even idiosyncratic… You can look at Oregon’s 300-plus wineries and 17,400 acres of vines and trace it to Lett. But he left more than that. He bequeathed a uniquely Oregon ‘wine genome,’ one that others now seek to copy.”

Tasting & Winemaking

The Wine Advocate describes vines averaging about 29 years of age, tank fermentation, and 11 months of maturation sur lie. The resulting wine combines expressive peach and apricot flavors with a softly oily texture, fresh acidity, and a long floral finish. Vinous highlights orchard fruit, lemon oil, lime, and a touch of fresh mint.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2023

Jeb Dunnuck, 93 Points | The 2023 Pinot Gris Estate is expressive and pretty in the glass, with notes of tarragon, ripe pear, white peach, and citrus blossoms. It’s elegant and mouthwatering, with a salinity that's balanced by refreshing acidity and a medium-bodied feel. It has a lovely elegance and concentration that’s only going to flesh.

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James Suckling, 93 Points | Attractive floral, smoky, meaty aromas lead to a dry, juicy palate of crisp green apples, Anjou pears and smoked ham. It has a touch of grip in the texture from short skin contact before fermentation. It’s complex, well-balanced and different. From organically certified grapes.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 93 Points | The 2023 Estate Pinot Gris comes from vines averaging about 29 years in age. Tank-fermented and matured for 11 months sur lie, it has inviting aromas of peach, apricot, green herbs, honey and spice. The medium-bodied palate features expressive, honeyed flavors and a softly oily texture. It’s balanced by fresh acidity and has a long, floral finish.

Vinous, 92 Points | The 2023 Pinot Gris Estate is wildly fresh, with an airy bouquet of dusty dried flowers, cracked slate and lemon oil tempting the imagination. It is soothingly round and pure in style, with ripe orchard fruit swirling across a core of zesty acidity. Lime mingles with a tinge of sour green melon on the finish, punctuated by nuances of fresh mint.

Wine Spectator, 89 Points | Lush and fragrant, with precise flavors of pear, melon and spices that build richness on the finish. Drink now. 109 cases made.

Pairing & Serving Suggestions

Try with roast chicken, grilled fish, seared scallops, or a mushroom tart. Serve chilled, allowing a little time in the glass for the floral and orchard-fruit notes to open.

Wine Details

• Producer: The Eyrie Vineyards
• Wine: Estate Pinot Gris
• Vintage: 2023
• Region: Oregon, United States
• Grape: Pinot Gris
• Style: Dry white wine
• Fermentation: Tank-fermented, per Wine Advocate
• Maturation: 11 months sur lie, per Wine Advocate
• Size: 750ml

A characterful Oregon white for the table, combining generous fruit with savory detail and freshness.

The Famous Grouse Blended Scotch Whisky | Glasgow, Scotland | 1.0L

Scotland's best-selling whisky since 1800, The Famous Grouse is a masterclass in blending. Built on a foundation of Highland Park and The Macallan single malts, it delivers a rich, sweet, and well-rounded dram — warm enough for a cold night, approachable enough for any occasion.

Producer Notes

Blending premium whisky isn't just something we do, it has been the foundation of our craft since 1800. We bring together the finest ingredients to create a natural spirit before the passing of time imparts the wonderful flavour from our handcrafted casks.

Expert Review

Greg | GreatDrams.com — Very delicate, more so than expected. A hint of grain but not too much, there's a sweetness there but not sickly, more subdued, like a warming dessert. A really good blended whisky for the price and one that a lot of people should reconsider.

• Style: Blended Scotch Whisky
• Region: Glasgow, Scotland
• Size: 1.0L

Blended Scotch Whisky | Crieff, Perthshire / Scotland
Size: 1.75L Magnum  |  ABV: 40%

The Famous Grouse has been Scotland’s best-selling blended Scotch since 1980 — and for good reason. Founded in 1800 at the Glenturret Distillery in Crieff, Perthshire, it is built on a philosophy of meticulous blending: bringing together premium malt and grain whiskies, maturing them in handcrafted casks, and letting time do the rest. The result is a whisky that is rich, sweet, and beautifully well-rounded — approachable enough for everyday enjoyment, refined enough to command respect.

This 1.75L Magnum is the ultimate format for entertaining — generous, impressive, and built for sharing. Warm honey, dried fruit, and a hint of sherry on the nose; smooth and mellow on the palate with notes of vanilla, toffee, and a gentle oakiness. The finish is clean, balanced, and satisfying. A crowd-pleaser in the truest sense, and a staple of the Scotch world for over two centuries.

“Blending premium whisky isn’t just something we do, it has been the foundation of our craft since 1800… a tenacious obsession with quality and you arrive at our Famous, rich, sweet, well-rounded whisky.”
— The Famous Grouse

Serve: Neat, on the rocks, or with a splash of water or ginger ale.
Pairs with: Smoked salmon, aged cheddar, shortbread, or a classic Burns Night supper.

The Flying Bicycle Rioja Vegan Organic 2024

67Wine.com Professional Review by Oscar Garcia Moncada: 20-35 year old vines. Certified Organic and Vegan; 100% Tempranillo entirely aged in concrete vats. Not filtered but lightly clarified. Notes of red berries on the nose with an enticing mouth-feel. Red currant, juicy blackberry. Medium-bodied with crisp and enticing finish.

Winemaker's Story

"The Flying Bicycle" is Germán Blanco's new project in Rioja Baja. With the help of fellow oenologist Javier Collio, Germán sources fruit from certified organic vineyards in the Navarra part of the appellation. The vineyards are dry-farmed with an average age of thirty-five years, grown in a mix of clay and limestone. Following the Milú philosophy of "happy wines made from happy grapes," the grapes are de-stemmed and fermented at cold temperature from native yeasts. A slight maceration before the end of fermentation creates a delicate and fresh wine. No oak is used, and the wine stays in concrete tanks for five to six months.

Perfect Pairings

Grilled meats, rich stews, aged cheeses, roasted vegetables, and pasta with tomato-based sauces. Serve slightly chilled for best results.

Wine Details

Producer: The Flying Bicycle (Germán Blanco) | Region: Rioja Baja, Spain | Varietal: 100% Tempranillo | Vintage: 2024 | Volume: 750ml | Certifications: Organic & Vegan

The Little Sheep of France Sauvignon Blanc 2025

Tasting Notes

Aromas of ripe peach and citrus with flavors of lemon, lime, and a hint of green apple. Well-balanced acidity and a lingering hint of nectarine frame the finish — fresh, versatile, and endlessly food-friendly. Sealed with a screw cap for effortless everyday enjoyment.

Food Pairings

• Seafood: Crab cakes, grilled shrimp, or light fish dishes.
• Vegetables: Salads, avocado, green vegetables, or basil-forward dishes.
• Cheese: Fresh goat cheese or mild brie.
• Fruit-forward dishes: Mango salsa or citrus-dressed salads.

Wine Details

• Producer: The Little Sheep of France
• Country: France
• Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
• Vintage: 2025
• Style: Crisp, fresh, aromatic white
• Closure: Screw cap
• Format: 750ml

The Original Jesse James American Outlaw Bourbon Whiskey 750ml

Jesse James American Outlaw Bourbon is the brainchild of Jesse James Dupree — frontman of Jackyl, self-described outlaw, and a man who takes his bourbon as seriously as his chainsaw solos. Made from home-grown corn and aged a minimum of three years in traditional oak casks, this is a bourbon built for the people who work hard, play hard, and drink honest. No pretension, no shortcuts — just a full, smooth American bourbon with real character.

Warm, approachable, and easy-drinking, Jesse James delivers a classic bourbon profile that works equally well neat, on the rocks, or as the backbone of a strong cocktail. At $22.99 for 750ml, it’s one of the better value bourbons on the shelf.

"I may be the driving force that makes Jesse James Whiskey available, but it belongs to and is a salute to all of us outlaws who bust our knuckles 40 or 50 hours a week, and like to do things loud, proud, hard, and honest." — Jesse James Dupree

• Producer: Jesse James American Outlaw, USA
• Style: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Base: Home-grown corn
• Age: Minimum 3 years in traditional oak casks
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Baked apple, cinnamon spice, wood, black pepper, smooth finish
• Best With: On the rocks, neat, or in a classic Old Fashioned or Whiskey Sour

Loud, proud, hard, and honest — Jesse James American Outlaw Bourbon is the bottle for everyone who earns their drink the old-fashioned way.

The Pinot Project · Pinot Noir · California Coastal · 2024 · 375ml Half Bottle

The Pinot Project was built on a simple premise: make genuinely good Pinot Noir from California’s best coastal growing regions, without the price tag that usually comes with it. The 2024 draws from a trio of complementary AVAs — Monterey and San Benito on the Central Coast, and Suisun Valley in the north — each contributing its own character to the blend. The diversity of soils and cool-climate conditions across these regions is what gives this wine its remarkable balance and depth. Grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness and destemmed to preserve bright fruit and freshness. At $9.99 for a 375ml half bottle (compare at $11.99), this is California coastal Pinot Noir that punches well above its price.

Garnet in the glass with a nose of dark cherry, blackberry, pomegranate, and a hint of cacao. On the palate: medium-bodied and smooth, with fine-grained tannins, flavors of ripe strawberry, dark cherry, and cranberry, and a clean, lingering finish. Drink now through 2026.

• Producer: The Pinot Project
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: California (Monterey · San Benito · Suisun Valley)
• Varietal: Pinot Noir
• Format: 375ml Half Bottle
• Tasting Notes: Dark cherry, blackberry, pomegranate, cacao, ripe strawberry, cranberry, fine-grained tannins, smooth finish
• Cellar Potential: Drink now through 2026
• Food Pairings: Salmon, roast chicken, mushroom pasta, charcuterie, soft-ripened cheese

Three California coastal AVAs, one beautifully balanced Pinot — the half bottle that earns a permanent spot in the fridge door.

The Pinot Project Pinot Noir — California 2022

The Pinot Project was born from a simple conviction: that great Pinot Noir doesn't have to cost a fortune. Handcrafted from premium vineyards across California's most celebrated coastal regions — Monterey and San Benito on the Central Coast, and Suisun Valley in the north — the wine draws on a diversity of soils and climates to achieve remarkable balance and depth. Grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness and carefully destemmed to express bright, pure fruit while maintaining the freshness that defines the variety. Wine Enthusiast awarded it 91 points.

The nose opens with vibrant aromas of Bing cherry, dark plum, cinnamon, potpourri, and Tahitian vanilla bean. On the palate, fresh strawberry, dried cranberry, raspberry cream, white grapefruit zest, and dried bay leaf unfold with medium body, fine-grained integrated tannins, and a dry, mouthwatering finish. This is coastal California Pinot Noir at its most honest and approachable.

Wine Enthusiast 91 — "Vibrant, bright, and beautifully balanced."

Expert Reviews – Vintage 2022

Wine Enthusiast 91 Points | Vibrant aromas of Bing cherry and dark plum, enhanced by cinnamon, potpourri, and Tahitian vanilla bean. Fresh strawberry, dried cranberry, raspberry cream, white grapefruit zest, and dried bay leaf on the palate. Medium-bodied with fine-grained, integrated tannins and a dry, mouthwatering finish.

• Producer: The Pinot Project, California
• Vintage: 2022
• Appellation: California (Monterey, San Benito, Suisun Valley)
• Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
• Vinification: Destemmed, harvested at optimal ripeness
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Bing cherry, dark plum, cinnamon, vanilla, strawberry, cranberry, raspberry, grapefruit zest, bay leaf
• Cellar Potential: Drink now through 2026
• Best Paired With: Roast chicken, grilled salmon, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses

91 points from Wine Enthusiast — The Pinot Project delivers coastal California Pinot Noir with genuine character at an unbeatable price.

The Prisoner Pinot Noir | Sonoma Coast | 2022 | 750ml | California, USA

Redefining taste once again, this Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir is a masterful blend from two of California's most celebrated AVAs — Russian River Valley and Petaluma Gap. Russian River's diverse terroir contributes a wide range of styles, while the cool, foggy climate of the Petaluma Gap lends a distinctive coastal minerality.

• Winery: The Prisoner Wine Company
• Origin: Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California, USA
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Varietal: Pinot Noir
• Vintage: 2022
• AVAs: Russian River Valley & Petaluma Gap

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Ripe cranberry and dried black cherry with early floral notes and hints of mocha, chai, and leather
• Palate: Luxurious mouthfeel with juicy black cherry and spice at midpalate
• Finish: Lengthy and complex with notes of cardamom and clove

The Prisoner Red Blend · California · 2023

The Prisoner Wine Company built its reputation on a rule-bending California red blend. Its team, led by Director of Winemaking Todd Ricard, works with growers across northern California to bring together fruit for a wine that favors character over convention.

The winemaker note already on this listing describes dried blackberry and açai, cedar and tobacco leaf, followed by sweet baking spices. Dark cherry, blackberry and anise carry through to a soft, vibrant finish balanced by ripe tannins. Pour a glass for a generous dinner or a long evening with friends.

Critic reviews · Vintage 2023

Tasting Panel, 91 Points — Packed with very ripe flavors, 15.5% stated alcohol, and plenty of coconut-scented oak riding atop its mostly black-toned fruit. Notable sweetness helps balance out the 35% new oak and buffers the wine's tannin load, resulting in a very big wine with forgivingly soft texture.

Wine Enthusiast, 90 Points — Lavish and full-bodied, the red blend from Prisoner delivers ripe mixed fruits, crushed chocolate blended with dried caramel, vanilla bean, and a light pour of espresso. Succulent tannins and layers of spice make for a forward, crowd pleasing wine.

These reviews appeared on the existing listing without a vintage attribution; their scores are not verified for the 2023 bottle.

At a glance

• Producer: The Prisoner Wine Company
• Vintage: 2023
• Style: California red blend
• Size: 750ml

A richly styled red blend with a distinctive California point of view.

Producer Description 

Bottled Summer 2019 at 112.1 proof. Aged at least 6 years in new, charred oak barrels.

• Barrel Proof Straight Rye Whiskey distilled in Indiana (MGP) and bottled in Bardstown, Kentucky, by Proof and Wood
• Mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted barlels
• Small batch, blended from approximately 10–20 barrels
• Lemon meringue on the nose with a lively palate of Red Hots and lemon zest with light tobacco and citrus on the finish. 

Distilled in Indiana from the same mash bill as Proof and Wood’s Roulette Rye, this barrel proof expression shows a compelling new side to the distillate’s personality

Winemaker Description

Israel. 100% Petite Verdot Produced from grapes grown on old vines in the Carmel region. After fermentation and soaking on the skins, the wine aged in French oak barrels for 15 months.

The wine has a deep purple hue and aromas of blackberries, blueberries, licorice and leather. It is full bodied and has a long and well-balanced finish. Pair with lamb based casseroles, and pasta dishes with a mushroom or meat broth base.

Kosher for Passover.

Expert Review

Josh Raynolds writes:  Inky ruby. Spice- and mineral-accented black and blue fruits, licorice, smoked meat and olive paste on the intensely perfumed nose. Concentrated blackberry, cherry and violet pastille flavors take on a suave floral nuance with aeration. Densely packed but lively as well, finishing with outstanding clarity, harmonious tannins and superb, blue-fruit-driven persistence.  Drinking 2025 - 2035  - Vinous 95

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2019

Expert Review

97 Points Jeb Dunnuck | The 2020 Cornas Chaillot comes from a mix of lieux-dits (it's mostly Chaillot) as well as some younger vines. It's an incredible wine in its own right and certainly doesn't give much in terms quality to its big brother. Awesome aromatics of crème de cassis, violets, crushed stone, and bouquet garni-like notes all define the aromatics, and it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a deep, concentrated mid-palate, and ultra-fine tannins. It's a touch more finesse-driven and elegant compared to the Reynard and should round into form with just 5-7 years of bottle age. This is legit awesome Cornas that will have 20-25 years of ultimate longevity. (2020). 

Winemaker Description

Compelling and fresh, this wine is redolent of grapefruit and red berries

One would be hard-pressed to find anyone as devoted to the concepts of ‘sustainable’ and ‘local’ as Thierry and Céline Tissot. Their vision is of a sustainable ecological future with a thriving local economy to pass on to their two children. All one has to do is admire the privileged vineyards the Tissots farm along the steep mountainsides surrounding their village of Vaux-en-Bugey. Here, Thierry has committed to replanting with traditional local varieties, namely altesse and mondeuse.

Meanwhile, Céline has implemented her experience as an agriculture engineer and enologist, employing strictly sustainable agriculture, with a particular focus on insect diversity. Their efforts earned organic certification in 2019. Their vineyards are surrounded by sub-alpine forests brimming with  biodiversity—birds’ nests, foxes, ladybugs, spiders—which Céline loves to share on social media as they work the vines with their dog Maya. The Tissot vineyards had never seen any herbicides, having been abandoned to the forest before the introduction of chemical treatments. The couple have steadfastly carried on this legacy with respect and dedication to their principles.

This méthode traditionelle sparkling wine is made with organically-farmed, estate gamay and mondeuse. As an Extra-Dry, it has an exceptional balance that will play well at the beginning and end of the meal (or throughout your picnic!). Céline and Thierry Tissot are showing that top quality méthode traditionelle sparklers can be made in Bugey, transmitting a clear and unique Bugey identity. The Tissots have been pushing the envelope with the development of their traditional method sparkling wines with a long lees-aging regimen.

Expert Review

F. Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal rating: 5 Stars/Highest Recommendation - "Extraordinary whiskey by any measure." - F. Paul Pacult

Sweet baby Jesus what is this? An extraordinary aromatic nose. The alcohol will sear your taste buds so add some ice. Spicy. Wild at heart – David Broom