18/04/2022
🌤 With this month comes cautious optimism that we’re approaching the end of the pandemic tunnel and finally, gingerly, emerging into the light. Restrictions are gradually easing, and we’re grateful for the return of convivial gatherings with friends and family (now, where did we put those magnums?).
Dare we say, there’s no better way to kickstart a joyous reunion than with Champagne: Jean-Marc Sélèque’s bottlings are invigorating and irresistible, and within the past few years he’s taken them to another level completely in terms of both quality and personality – catapulting his family domaine into one of the most talked-about names today. In addition to what’s on our list, we’ve also got some special cuvées and single-vineyard rarities stashed away too, so keep your eyes peeled for our upcoming mailer.
And yes, we couldn't resist putting Claire Naudin’s 2019 Viola Odorata on our cover – even though all Naudin 2019s are now *fully sold out* to our mailing list subscribers – because it has completely stolen our heart (as has its maker). Claire is an extraordinary vigneronne, and without a doubt one of our favourite people in Burgundy. Her signature style – which marries florality with delectably pure fruit polished by gentle oak tone – shines through vividly every vintage. Get ready to pounce on our 2020 vintage en primeur allocation offer, which should be going out to our mailing list within the next month or so.
Also new to the catalogue in April are the 2019s from some more of our favourite Burgundy producers – Côte de Beaune visionaries Domaine Chandon de Briailles, Chassagne specialists Domaine Fontaine-Gagnard, and purveyors of pan-Côte finesse Domaine Génot-Boulanger – as well as the latest releases from beacons of the True Sonoma Coast, Hirsch Vineyards.
To check out what’s new, head to our April wine list via the link in our IG profile. Our profile link is also where you can sign up to our mailing list, to be first in line for new arrivals and special goodies. Drop us a line at [email protected] to place your order or make any inquiries :)
Have a wonderful week ahead, everyone ♥️