Domaine Gaelle et Jerome Meunier Mercurey Blanc 2023Founded in 2005 by husband and wife team Galle and Jrme Meunier, this small, family run estate offers an exceptional gateway into the world of artisanal Burgundy. What began with a rented plot in Bouzeron has evolved into a domaine cultivating 30 acres across the Cte Chalonnaise, including prized parcels in Mercurey, Rully, and even as far north as Puligny Montrachet. While some grapes are still sold to cooperatives, the Meuniers reserve their finest

The origins of the Quinta de Azevedo estate date back to the founding of Portugal in the 12th century

bitter orange

It is a complex wine of dark fruit

The wine presents a vibrant

The grapes are hand-harvested and fermented in stainless steel before being left to age on it's lees for 5 months

This Trepat from a very small producer is light

Barbaresco Gallina is a true expression of this heritage

A subtle thread of chalky minerality evokes the English countryside

and McLaren Vale

and is surrounded by lush forests

pairing beautifully with pasta in rich tomato sauces

now capable of producing exceptionally fine