Winemaker Notes
Deep, bright colour. The nose is subtle and complex. It reveals notes of red fruit, spices, and liquorice upon swirling. The palate is fresh and intense. It is fruity and fleshy on the palate. The finish is supported by fine, racy tannins that are long and integrated, and beautiful volume in the mouth. 2014, a harmonious vintage.
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With origins dating back to 1638, Léoville was the largest vineyard in the Médoc region at the time of the French Revolution. Léoville Poyferré springs from various divisions and successions in 1840. Its outstanding quality wines gained early recognition when it was ranked 2nd Growth in the 1855 classification. Château Léoville Poyferré was acquired in 1920 by the Cuvelier family. Château Léoville Poyferré was the Léoville that got left in the starting blocks in terms of reputation and in the quality of its wines. Léoville Poyferré has been owned by the Cuvelier family (who also own Château Le Crock) since 1921, yet it was not until the 1970s, when Didier Cuvelier took control at the château, that quality began to improve. In the last 20 years, Didier, with the assistance of Michel Rolland since 1995, has turned Léoville-Poyferré into one of StJulien's finest estates. Now up with the best of the St-Juliens but still selling at nonscary prices. Léoville Poyferré is classified as a 2ème Cru Classé
2014 Cliff Lede Claret Napa Valley. The 2014 vintage was a vintner’s dream. Complex and inviting, the dark ruby colored 2014 Claret dazzles the senses with explosive aromas of warm black fig, cassis, and dark melted chocolate. The bouquet continues on with notes of crushed Rainier cherries, graphite, and blackberry. The palate begins lush and expansive on entry, then turns incredibly silky and ultrafine.
Established in 2002, Cliff Lede Vineyards encompasses sixty acres in the famed Stags Leap District. Owner Cliff Lede, Vineyard Architect David Abreu, and Winemaker Christopher Tynan have come together to form an unrivaled team, making the most of this remarkable property.
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Domaine Pierre Damoy, based in Gevrey-Chambertin in Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits, was established in the early 20th century when Julien Damoy acquired vineyards in the region. Over five generations, the estate has grown into one of Burgundy’s most remarkable domaines, with nearly eight hectares of vines, much of which are classified as Grand Cru. It is the largest owner of Chambertin Clos de Bèze and also holds significant parcels in Chambertin and Chapelle-Chambertin, as well as the monopole Clos Tamisot. Pierre Damoy, who took over in 1992, revitalized the domaine with a long-term vision and meticulous vineyard management, producing wines that combine the power of Gevrey’s terroir with exceptional complexity and finesse, earning acclaim from critics and collectors alike.
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Discover the all new Cuvée from Maison De Venoge : Champagne Princes Blanc de Blancs.This House resurrects the legendary Cuvée des Princes created in 1864 by Joseph de Venoge, in honor of the Princes of Orange. Its elegant bottles recalls the characteristic patterns of the great European aristocracy of the early 20th century, who decant Champagne in crystal bottles.
Exclusively elaborared with Premier and Grand Cru, Champagne Blanc de Blancs Princes has a beautiful minerality and a great aging potential. Subtle aromas of white flowers and citrus emphasize its freshness and elegance that will appeale specially during aperitif or with light starters.
A beautiful Cuvée de Prestige presented in a free gift box.
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The Rossignol family has deep winemaking roots in Burgundy, dating back to 1634 in the Côte de Beaune, where generations cultivated vineyards and produced wine for over two centuries. One notable modern branch is Domaine Nicolas Rossignol, founded in 1997 in Volnay by Nicolas Rossignol, a fifth-generation vintner who expanded the estate to about 16 hectares by 1998 and later consolidated it under the single label “Domaine Nicolas Rossignol” in 2011, covering 30 appellations across Volnay, Pommard, Beaune, Aloxe-Corton, and Savigny-lès-Beaune. Another branch, Domaine Rossignol-Trapet, was established in 1990 by brothers Nicolas and David Rossignol, combining the heritage of the Rossignol family of Volnay with the Trapet family of Gevrey-Chambertin, and is now renowned for its biodynamic practices across 13 hectares in the Côte de Nuits. Together, these domaines reflect the Rossignol family’s centuries-long tradition of Burgundy winemaking, blending heritage with modern innovation.
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Domaine des Varoilles, based in Gevrey-Chambertin in Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits, takes its name from the Clos des Varoilles, a Premier Cru monopole first planted in the 12th century. Over time, the estate expanded its holdings to about 10 hectares across eight appellations, including other notable monopoles such as La Romanée. A major turning point came in 1990 with the arrival of Gilbert Hammel, of Swiss descent, who revitalized the domaine and established its reputation for producing supple, approachable yet structured Gevrey-Chambertin wines. Today, Domaine des Varoilles is recognized for its unique monopole vineyards and its ability to craft wines that balance tradition with accessibility, making it a distinctive presence in Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits.
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Domaine des Malandes is a family-run estate in Chablis, founded in 1972 by Lyne Marchive, daughter of André Tremblay, who had assembled much of the vineyard land in the 1940s and 1950s. The name “Malandes,” meaning “bad land,” refers to stony ground once considered unsuitable for farming but ideal for vines. Over the decades, the domaine grew to 29 hectares, producing wines celebrated for their freshness and minerality, rooted in the Kimmeridgian soils of Chablis. In 2006, winemaking was entrusted to oenologist Guénolé Breteaudeau, whose precise style aligned with Marchive’s vision of terroir-driven Chablis. Lyne retired in 2018, passing the estate to her children, Richard Rottiers and Amandine Marchive, who continue the family tradition while converting the vineyards to organic farming.
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Domaine Méo-Camuzet is a renowned Burgundy estate based in Vosne-Romanée, with origins dating back to the early 17th century through the Méo family’s involvement in viticulture and cooperage. The domaine’s modern identity was shaped by Étienne Camuzet, a politician and winegrower who owned prime parcels such as Clos de Vougeot and entrusted vineyard work to sharecroppers, including the legendary Henri Jayer. In the mid-20th century, Jean Méo inherited the estate, and his son Jean-Nicolas Méo took over in 1985, transforming it into one of Burgundy’s most prestigious producers. Today, Domaine Méo-Camuzet is celebrated for its holdings in grand cru vineyards like Richebourg, Échezeaux, Corton, and Clos de Vougeot, producing Pinot Noirs that combine richness, structure, and elegance, making it a benchmark for Côte de Nuits wines.
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Domaine Ponsot, founded in 1872 in Morey-Saint-Denis, Burgundy, is a family-run estate celebrated for its pioneering role in estate bottling and its dedication to terroir-driven wines. William Ponsot established the domaine with parcels like Clos des Monts-Luisants and Clos de la Roche, and in 1932 his nephew Hippolyte became one of the first in Burgundy to bottle the entire harvest at the estate. The domaine has remained in family hands through successive generations, producing iconic Grand Crus such as Clos de la Roche Vieilles Vignes and Clos St. Denis Très Vieilles Vignes, as well as the rare Clos des Monts-Luisants Premier Cru Aligoté. Today, under the leadership of Rose-Marie Ponsot and winemaker Alexandre Abel, Domaine Ponsot continues to uphold its reputation for authenticity, organic viticulture, and traditional craftsmanship.
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Winemaker Notes
The wine opens with a rich, layered bouquet of white and yellow orchard fruits, accented by a delicate hint of mint and a "filigree citrus-infused minerality". On the palate, crisp and tensile, possessing an intense core of saline-driven energy that leads into a precise, penetrating finish.
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Domaine Roulot, based in Meursault, Burgundy, was founded in the early 20th century (often cited as the 1930s) by Guy Roulot, who established its reputation for high-quality, terroir-driven white wines. Following Guy's death in 1982, actor-turned-winemaker Jean-Marc Roulot took over in 1989, elevating the 15.5-hectare estate to iconic status through organic farming and a chiseled, mineral-driven style.
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The 2014 Domaine Marquis d’Angerville Volnay 1er Cru (a blend of the Mitans and Pitures parcels) is an elegant and classically structured expression that winemaker Guillaume d'Angerville describes as "seductive and approachable" despite the challenging hail-impacted yields of the vintage. The wine features a beautiful, deep nose with high-toned aromas of red cherries, raspberries, and peonies, underscored by a "chocolate ripeness" and subtle mineral depth. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and "mouth-watering," offering a supple, giving texture with fine tannins that lack any harsh grain. While it initially presented a touch of creamy oak and a tightly wound finish of redcurrant and cranberry fruit, its biodynamic viticulture ensures a persistent, floral-inflected finish with a notably architectural structure
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Domaine Marquis d’Angerville, located in Volnay, Burgundy, is a historic estate with origins dating back to 1537, renowned for pioneering estate-bottled wines in the 1920s. Led today by Guillaume d'Angerville, it is celebrated for producing elegant, terroir-driven Pinot Noir from premier cru vineyards using biodynamic practices, following a legacy of quality and tradition.
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Established in the late 19th century (approx. 1850) in Gevrey-Chambertin, Domaine Harmand-Geoffroy is a family-run estate covering 9 hectares of 100% Pinot Noir. Now managed by Philippe Harmand—the 5th generation—alongside his father Gérard, the domaine is renowned for its traditional, low-intervention, and organic-practicing approach. It is recognized for focusing on high-quality, terroir-driven wines.
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The 2014 Domaine Hubert Lignier Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Baudes is a "lovely" and "broad-shouldered" wine that reflects its location adjacent to the Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru with a more muscular and black-fruited personality. According to winemaker Laurent Lignier’s philosophy of low intervention, the wine was bottled without filtration after 18 months in oak.
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Founded around 1880 by Jacques Lignier in Morey-Saint-Denis, Domaine Hubert Lignier is a prestigious five-generation Burgundy estate. Hubert Lignier expanded the estate in the 1960s, gaining fame for structured Pinot Noir. After the tragic 2004 passing of winemaker son Romain, Laurent Lignier took over, transitioning the 9-hectare estate to organic/biodynamic practices.
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For over 30 years, L’Ecole has built long term partnerships with the oldest and most proven vineyards, providing access to some of the best fruit in the Columbia Valley. With average vine age of more than 20 years, this wine shows a classic Cabernet Sauvignon profile of firm structure, integrated tannins, and dark expressive fruit.
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Founded in 1983 in the Walla Walla Valley, L'Ecole No 41 is one of Washington State's most iconic and oldest family-owned wineries. Housed in the historic Frenchtown School depicted on our label, we have earned international acclaim for producing distinctive wines of the highest quality. We craft ultra-premium wines that reflect the unmistakable typicity of Washington State and the unique terroir of our Walla Walla Valley vineyards.
Growing and making 100% of our wines, each bottle is handcrafted with a commitment to quality in the vineyards and the winery. More than three decades of winemaking experience, ongoing investments in our Walla Walla Estate Ferguson and Seven Hills Vineyards, and long term relationships with many of the most prominent vineyards in Washington State are central to our well-known reputation for quality and consistency across our wine portfolio. These tenets will continue to sustain L'Ecole well into the future.
L'Ecole is one of the most honored wineries in Washington State. We are proud to be recognized by Wine & Spirits Magazine as a Top 100 Winery of the Year for fourteen consecutive years. In 2014, Decanter awarded our 2011 Estate Ferguson the International Trophy for Best Bordeaux Blend in the World! In 2016, the 2013 Ferguson won the International Trophy for Best New World Bordeaux Blend from the Six Nations Wine Challenge.
Winemaker Notes
This elegant Merlot reveals aromas of clove, dark fruit, cedar, and earth. The rich texture of this wine is elevated by dense flavors of black cherry and pomegranate on a complex mineral finish.
About Winery
Founded in 1983 in the Walla Walla Valley, L'Ecole No 41 is one of Washington State's most iconic and oldest family-owned wineries. Housed in the historic Frenchtown School depicted on our label, we have earned international acclaim for producing distinctive wines of the highest quality. We craft ultra-premium wines that reflect the unmistakable typicity of Washington State and the unique terroir of our Walla Walla Valley vineyards.
Growing and making 100% of our wines, each bottle is handcrafted with a commitment to quality in the vineyards and the winery. More than three decades of winemaking experience, ongoing investments in our Walla Walla Estate Ferguson and Seven Hills Vineyards, and long term relationships with many of the most prominent vineyards in Washington State are central to our well-known reputation for quality and consistency across our wine portfolio. These tenets will continue to sustain L'Ecole well into the future.
L'Ecole is one of the most honored wineries in Washington State. We are proud to be recognized by Wine & Spirits Magazine as a Top 100 Winery of the Year for fourteen consecutive years. In 2014, Decanter awarded our 2011 Estate Ferguson the International Trophy for Best Bordeaux Blend in the World! In 2016, the 2013 Ferguson won the International Trophy for Best New World Bordeaux Blend from the Six Nations Wine Challenge.
Winemaker Notes
Layered with enticing aromas of blackberry, violet, and mint, this full bodied Merlot shows balanced layers of huckleberry, plum, and baking spice on a seamless finishof fine-grained tannin.
About Winery
Founded in 1983 in the Walla Walla Valley, L'Ecole No 41 is one of Washington State's most iconic and oldest family-owned wineries. Housed in the historic Frenchtown School depicted on our label, we have earned international acclaim for producing distinctive wines of the highest quality. We craft ultra-premium wines that reflect the unmistakable typicity of Washington State and the unique terroir of our Walla Walla Valley vineyards.
Growing and making 100% of our wines, each bottle is handcrafted with a commitment to quality in the vineyards and the winery. More than three decades of winemaking experience, ongoing investments in our Walla Walla Estate Ferguson and Seven Hills Vineyards, and long term relationships with many of the most prominent vineyards in Washington State are central to our well-known reputation for quality and consistency across our wine portfolio. These tenets will continue to sustain L'Ecole well into the future.
L'Ecole is one of the most honored wineries in Washington State. We are proud to be recognized by Wine & Spirits Magazine as a Top 100 Winery of the Year for fourteen consecutive years. In 2014, Decanter awarded our 2011 Estate Ferguson the International Trophy for Best Bordeaux Blend in the World! In 2016, the 2013 Ferguson won the International Trophy for Best New World Bordeaux Blend from the Six Nations Wine Challenge.
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La Chablisienne was established in 1923 under Abbé Balitrand, when local growers united to withstand economic challenges by pooling resources into a cooperative. Based in Chablis, Yonne, France, the group gradually expanded to include more than 250 member producers, cultivating around 1,250 hectares of vineyards. The cooperative became central to the identity of Chablis, producing wines across all appellation levels—from Petit Chablis to Chablis Grand Cru—with Chardonnay as the sole varietal. By the mid-20th century, La Chablisienne had developed a reputation for careful vinification and blending, and in 2014 its oenologist Vincent Bartement was named IWC White Winemaker of the Year, further cementing its prestige. Today, La Chablisienne remains the dominant force in Chablis, combining tradition with modern expertise to craft terroir-driven wines that are distributed internationally.
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The Lignier family has lived in Morey-Saint-Denis for generations, but the domaine truly took shape under Maurice Lignier, who worked the vineyards until his son Virgile joined him in 1988. Initially, much of the wine was sold to négociants, but Virgile began bottling part of the production in 1992 and fully transitioned to estate bottling in 2000 when he assumed control. Since then, he has expanded holdings to nearly 10–13.5 hectares, covering appellations such as Morey-Saint-Denis, Chambolle-Musigny, Gevrey-Chambertin, Nuits-Saint-Georges, and Grand Crus like Clos de la Roche and Clos Saint-Denis.
Winemaker Notes
Concentrated and candied citrus fruit mingle delicately with notes of grain and lightly roasted almonds. Fruity palate with a silky texture, complemented by soft bubbles that are perfectly integrated and deliciously elegant. The purity and perfection of the ripe yellow fruit melt into the intense chalky freshness, typical of Cristal, that is both powdery and saline. Dense, juicy, concentrated and long on the mid-palate, thanks to the spicy and sappy structure resulting from partial ageing in large oak vats. The finish builds to a crescendo, revealing a rich grainy and velvety texture that is wrapped in a long, saline and superbly elegant finish.
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Louis Roederer is a prestigious French champagne house with a history spanning over two centuries, known for its independent, family-owned structure and commitment to quality. Founded in 1776 as Dubois Père & Fils and later renamed in 1833 by Louis Roederer, the house has been passed down through generations of the Roederer family (and now the Rouzaud family). A key aspect of the Roederer story is its dedication to estate vineyards, a practice that contrasts with some other Champagne houses who primarily source grapes from various plots. This dedication to quality and tradition has earned Louis Roederer a global reputation for its elegant and complex champagnes.
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The 2014 Maison Albert Bichot Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru is described by the winemaker as an intense and delicate wine with a brilliant pale yellow color that gains golden hues with age. According to Albert Bichot's technical notes, the nose reveals a complex and elegant bouquet of nuts, dried fruit, white flowers, and spices, enhanced by discrete notes of oak and hints of honey and butter. On the palate, it is full-bodied and powerful with great finesse, featuring a "very pure" mineral structure derived from the vineyard's calcareous clay soil. The finish is noted for being remarkably long, pure, and persistent. For the 2014 vintage specifically, critics from Wine Enthusiast also highlight its dense fruit profile and rich structure, suggesting a cellaring potential of 10 years or more.
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Founded in 1831 by Bernard Bichot in Monthélie, Burgundy, Maison Albert Bichot began as a wine trading business before establishing its headquarters in Beaune in 1912. Now in its 6th generation of family management under Albéric Bichot since 1996, the winery has grown into a renowned producer with over 100 hectares of organically cultivated vines across six distinct estates from Chablis to Beaujolais.
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Domaine Michel Niellon, based in Chassagne-Montrachet, is a prestigious family-owned Burgundy producer established in the 1950s by Michel Niellon and his father, Marcel. Famous for its high-quality Chardonnay from Bâtard-Montrachet and Chevalier-Montrachet, the small 6-7.5 hectare estate began bottling in the 1960s.
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Domaine Michel Niellon, based in Chassagne-Montrachet, is a prestigious family-owned Burgundy producer established in the 1950s by Michel Niellon and his father, Marcel. Famous for its high-quality Chardonnay from Bâtard-Montrachet and Chevalier-Montrachet, the small 6-7.5 hectare estate began bottling in the 1960s.
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The 2014 Paloma Merlot from Spring Mountain features a deep ruby color and a youthful nose with aromas of raspberry, red plum, currants, coffee, and anise. It offers a lush, silky mouthfeel with a solid backbone of fruit from its mountain origin, balanced by long, sweet, fine-grained tannins and a velvety finish. The 100% varietal Merlot is an age-worthy wine that would pair well with dishes like rack of lamb, boeuf bourguignon, or herb-crusted poultry.
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Paloma Vineyard was founded in 1983 by Jim and Barbara Richards, who purchased land on Napa Valley's Spring Mountain and planted Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah. They initially sold their grapes but began making their own wine on-site in 2000 after building a winery. Now, their son Sheldon Richards and grandson Caston Richards carry on the family legacy of estate-grown, hands-on winemaking, with Merlot being the heart of their operation.
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The 2014 Silverado Soda Creek Zinfandel from Napa Valley is noted for its dark fruit flavors of blackberry and black cherry, accompanied by undertones of white pepper, chocolate, and spice. It's described as a medium to full-bodied wine with a firm, silky texture, polished tannins, a persistent finish, and good balance. The 2014 vintage for Napa Valley is generally considered a superb one, meaning the wine is both complex and fresh.
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Nestled in the hills on the North West side of the Stags Leap District, Silverado Vineyards Winery has been a favorite wine country destination and home to some of the Napa Valley’s most-recognized wines for almost forty years. In 1981, Ron and Diane Disney Miller and her mother, Lillian Disney, established Silverado Vineyards to make wines from the historic sites of the estate the family owns. The winery was named in honor of the Silverado Vineyard, one of the first four in Stags Leap District to plant Cabernet in the 1960s. The vineyard pays homage to the abandoned mining town at the top of the Valley which also inspired the name of the famous Silverado Trail where Silverado Vineyards and other iconic wineries of the Stags Leap District are situated. Silverado Vineyards owns five other storied vineyards across Napa Valley’s top AVAs: Miller Ranch, Mt. George, Soda Creek Ranch (Borreo), Firetree, and Vineburg. All of Silverado’s wines are estate-grown, produced and bottled. Winemaker Jon Emmerich is only the second lead winemaker in the history of Silverado Vineyards and celebrated his 30th vintage with the winery in 2020. Jon has grown Silverado’s reputation for quality and consistency along with his colleague Elena Franceschi, who has been Silverado’s associate winemaker for nearly 25 years. When Diane Miller passed away in 2013, Ron Miller became president of the Board of Directors of The Walt Disney Family Museum, and chairman of Silverado Vineyards until his passing in 2019. Diane and Ron’s children and grandchildren proudly continue to carry their family’s legacy forward as the owners of Silverado Vineyards.
