Wine Cellar

Explore sparkling wines through these thrilling Traditional Method picks that are made in the same way as Champagne.

From a small walled plot in the village of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger comes the ponderous, yet lithe 2006 vintage. As with all Clos du Mesnil, the highest expression of Chardonnay from the house, the initial impression is tightly wound, though it soon unfurls delicate white fruits on thenose, and incredibly concentrated layers of brioche and lemon pith, with a hint of sweetness and spice. 

With four Burgundy wineries and another in Jura, Aurore Devillard of Château de Chamirey exemplifies the French spirit of patrimony.

Let us take you on an adventure into lands unknown with fresh grapes to quench your thirst with. We explore new and newly delineated wine growing regions that are charting their own styles and winning over fans. 

Often called the king of grapes, Cabernet Sauvignon accounts for some of the most expensive bottles in the world. While Bordeaux is the cradle of Cabernet, we give you a primer on why it excels in these other regions. 

There are few things rarer in the Champagne region than a female chef de cave (cellar master), but a new generation of determined women are changing all that.