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Of course, the quality here shouldn’t surprise anyone, and Paul-Vincent has a rare ability to make truly great, age-worthy wines even in challenging vintages.” – Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Completely. 2021 was a cool, frost-ridden year for Châteauneuf-du-Pape – but such challenges are becoming more and more the cyclical norm for wine regions the world over. The key is – as is shown here – is what the best producers can do to make each and every vintage the best possible expression of whatever Mother Nature throws their way. In this case...it is simply marvelous! Clos des Papes is already revered for its almost Burgundian edge to their wines, and this focused, elegant, and pristine 2021 vintage shines as one of the top wines of the vintage – and one worthy of praise in any vintage ever. Double 96 points, as well as a barrage of other top scores and praise from critics everywhere, speaks to that, yet we’re happy to elaborate as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ll never forget, tasting years and years ago with Clos des Papes guiding light, Paul-Vincent Avril, when we questioned him about his unique approach to crafting CdP. “Well, I love Burgundy,” he said, “and that’s what I was trained to make, but upon inheriting the winery, I now basically use my Burgundian training with Grenache”. That much is clearly evident in this 2021 – in no way a meager or thin wine, simply with an even greater Burgundian appeal than per usual. Plenty of concentration, uplifted impressively by intoxicating aromatics of lilacs, violets, incense, and spices – all while managing to infuse the palate with traditional elements of strawberries, cherries, roasted Provencal herbs, licorice, and pepper accents. Approachable now, but with a length and breadth that ensures this will continue to develop seamlessly for another 10-15 years yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s a reason this great estate of 79 acres, planted across 24 parcels of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, is widely considered to be among the best wine estates in the entire world. This 2021 is further, albeit completely unnecessary, proof and we are thrilled to have some of these excellent magnums to share! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePAIRING IDEAS: Duck confit is my pick here but with a twist. Once the thighs are fall-off-the-bone tender, chop roughly, drizzle in some reduced game stock with fresh herbs, and then use the filling to make “raviolis” with a couple of store-bought wonton wrappers. (It works, truly.) Boil for two minutes, serve with a bit of brown butter mixed with the game stock and top with herbs. 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In the hands of native son Pascal Clément, this has quickly become a new favorite – and we have the best price in the country on it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePascal Clément was born and raised in the village of Savigny-les-Beaune, raised in a family of vignerons, and seemingly destined to one day craft his own wines in Burgundy. That opportunity came about in 2012, after twenty years of study working for both his family domaine and the legendary Domaine Coche-Dury in nearby Meursault. He launched his eponymous micro-négoçiant label, buying up tiny amounts of small parcels of fruit across the best vineyards he could find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis winemaking style is decidedly non-interventionist, and he works his vines under organic farming to coax the true terroir out of every precious grape he earns. In recent years, he has all but abandoned the use of regular 225-liter barrels, favoring instead the larger 500-liter oak casks that more readily allow the expression of the land and the fruit involved in his diverse portfolio over a relatively short period of just 11 months. Wines will undergo malolactic fermentation (or not) naturally, and depending on the vintage itself, with no bâtonnage driving further development or enhanced mouthfeel. This is Burgundy without adornment, and it is profoundly delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine is hypnotic and entrancing from the start, with a bouquet of raw almonds and hazelnut skins, lemongrass, and tart green apples. There are some buttery brioche notes here as well, yet they never dominate, and just sort of float in the air as though you strolled past a Parisian bakery. The finish brings about a complex profile of minerals and wild herbs, with a gentle kiss of honey that serves to both soften and lengthen the wine’s final note – bringing everything into harmony. It’s layered, thoughtful, and wonderfully done...we only wish we had more to share!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePAIRING IDEAS: This would make for an excellent match with cold-water langoustines. 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That opportunity came about in 2012, after twenty years of study, working for both his family domaine and the legendary Domaine Coche-Drury in nearby Meursault. He launched his eponymous micro-négoçiant label, buying up tiny amounts of small parcels of fruit across the best vineyards he could find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis expression of Rully – a picturesque village at the northern end of the Côte Chalonnaise – is classical in style, yet with a layered complexity that goes beyond a traditional “village-level” Burgundy. Rich and fruity, yet with a preponderance of minerality that ranges from smoky flint to wet river rocks, uplifted by the presence of floral notes like honeysuckle and acacia. He carefully harvests multiple plots across the village boundaries, with an emphasis on the clay-limestone soils that really allow chardonnay to exist at its most expressive form – yielding classical notes of green apple, and lemon, with exotic nuances of quince, and white peach. A well-integrated toastiness grants further depth, alongside an initial nuttiness that is just starting to awaken after four years since harvest. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis winemaking style is decidedly non-interventionist, and he works his vines under organic farming to coax the true terroir out of every precious grape he earns. In recent years, he has all but abandoned the use of regular 225-liter barrels, favoring instead the larger 500-liter oak casks that more readily allow the expression of the land and the fruit involved in his diverse portfolio over a relatively short aging period of just 10 months. Wines will undergo malolactic fermentation (or not) naturally, and depending on the vintage itself, with no bâtonnage driving further development or enhanced mouthfeel. This is Burgundy without adornment, and it is profoundly delicious. Under $50 for White Burgundy of this high quality, with a rising star producer at the helm, has become woefully rare these days – but this is, without question, a vigneron to watch – and a wine to collect eagerly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePAIRING IDEAS: I’m matching this with a proper pub meal...Fish and Chips. Haddock is my preference for the fish, with a crispy ale batter, and a side of mushy peas. 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Côte Rôtie is essentially separated into two types of terroir – the northern “Brune” side with dark schist soils, and the southern “Blonde” side with loose granite soils. Christophe’s estate owns 25 acres of vineyard holdings on both sides, and Les Elotins is sourced from Le Goutay and Combard in the Blonde side, offering whimsical floral and red fruited notes, along with fruit from Les Moutonnes and Côte Baudin in the Brune side, providing more pronounced tannic structure to the wine. All the estate’s vines are sustainably farmed and mostly tended to by hand due to the steep, terraced hillsides of most parcels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Very classic and not far off the quality of his Viallière and Côte-Rozier this year, so this is a smart buy.”\u003c\/em\u003e – Decanter, 93 Points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 97% Syrah and 3% Viognier, this wine ages for 22 months in 1 to 2-year-old barrels to allow the full fruit expression to come through – a medley of blackberry, black currant, black cherry covered in a flourish of holiday spices. Violets, black licorice, smoked meats, and a touch of incense come in with a rich intensity that softens into leather and vanilla on the ample finish. Fine-grained tannins and a medium intensity give this outstanding wine a classy but approachable air that any Syrah fan will fawn over, even drawing comparisons to his wines that push into the $100 to $200 threshold. We can’t get enough ourselves and would happily pay the usual retail price of $85 for this gem, but today you can get two for a hair over the price of one! 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If you’ve tried this producer’s wines, you know what an incredibly high-value product they make. We firmly believe that Romuald Valot is one of the best under-the-radar finds in Burgundy today, and this 2022 Les Noizons from the Pommard appellation only further cements our theory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRomuald was the son of a vigneron in a long line of vignerons that came before, all focused on Burgundy. Yet, growing up – working for the big houses of Burgundy, in those famed Grand Cru vineyards – he turned away from wine after becoming jaded with what went on behind the scenes. His vision of the \u003cem\u003e“one man and a field”\u003c\/em\u003e approach utilized by his ancestors had been replaced by a barrage of commercial farming practices – and the notion of terroir was lost in his mind. He couldn’t afford to buy his own parcel, which meant he couldn’t make the wines he wanted. So he packed up and moved to Beaujolais, where the dream he envisioned could still be sought. His status grew, wine by wine, plot by plot – becoming revered as a vigneron with a knack for capturing the spirit of his vines in liquid form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow, he has returned to Burgundy and has carefully selected vineyards with pedigree and character with a renewed focus. His vision of showcasing the very best expressions of the land – farming them organically with great care – has led to wines worthy of greater discussion. The 2022 Les Noizons Pinot Noir grows on the mid-slope of a hill and charms with its powerful yet balanced structure. Notes of stewed plums, raspberry preserves, Bing cherries, red roses, freshly tilled soil, and a hint of cedar and vanilla on the tingly and fresh finish make this all-around luxurious and captivating to sip on. Romuald does it again, and now that you can get three bottles for a little more than the typical price of one (with free shipping on three!) – it’s a no-brainer to take home a few of these!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePAIRING IDEAS: Turkey’s on the brain, and one of my favorite ways to use up leftovers is this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thedefineddish.com\/whole30-chicken-and-sausage-gumbo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eincredible gumbo recipe\u003c\/a\u003e. 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This 92-point Red Burgundy has it all: ripe, rich, spicy fruits alongside lively acidity and decadently rounded nutty characters, all for over half off at under $45 a bottle!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’ve had the pleasure of trying any of our past Romuald Valot offerings, you know it’s crucial to strike while the iron’s hot. These are some of the top, most desired renderings of Burgundy today from a producer who staunchly prioritizes holistic farming methods and minimal intervention – going so far as to completely eradicate chemicals from his plots, instead opting for plant-based infusions, and even refusing to prune some of his sites to allow nature to do its thing instead. His practices are decidedly old-school – an intentional choice after growing up in Burgundy as the son of a vigneron, and watching too many producers take shortcuts behind the scenes to churn out their high-volume cuvees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a time in Beaujolais where he grew his land holdings alongside his status as a farmer first, vintner second – he returned to Burgundy to thoughtfully select highly regarded, carefully maintained vineyards and finally craft his own authentic wines in his homeland. La Comme is one of the larger Premier Cru vineyards from which he sources fruit – about 21.5 hectares on the border of Chassagne-Montrachet with shallow, gravelly soils and deep clay subsoils. It produces some of Santenay’s best wines, and this enchanting 2022 Pinot Noir certainly maintains that standing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its rich cherry core, the concentrated and well-structured wine delivers accents of mocha, vanilla, spiced poached plums, fennel seed, and a sprinkling of black pepper and cinnamon. It has a persistent, smooth, and lingering finish that tingles with subtle spiciness and warmth. The savory and earthy undertones add an extra level of complexity, making this an all-around bargain at 50% off and under $45 a bottle. Yet another bottling that firmly plants us within the Romuald Valot fan club – but sadly, we don’t have a lot, so be sure to grab a couple while they’re still here to be grabbed!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePAIRING IDEAS: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBring on all the cozy meals now that we’re firmly in December – like a simple Kielbasa, green cabbage, and Yukon gold potato skillet with a creamy, seedy mustard sauce. 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The flavors burst out the glass with the essence of white truffles, followed by this crunchy chalk and slate experience, then Fuyu persimmons, toasted almonds, and percolating red fruit notes – cherries, pomegranates, plums, and tart cranberries... absolutely stunning! Three years aging gives this a nice roundness, but Champagne’s unmatched, terroir-driven acidity keeps it dry and tantalizingly fresh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’re always on the lookout for great new Champagne – especially as the prices around the world have crept up steadily over the past few years – and we were thrilled to have this one come onto our radar! This is bound to fly, and we’re not sure when we’ll have access to a restock, so make your moves accordingly!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePAIRING IDEAS: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eUpgrade your fried chicken and Champagne game with the addition of caviar. 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The 100% Syrah comes from 40-year-old vines and similar soils as the Preface, getting partially destemmed and soaking for 20 days in stainless steel and demi-muids before aging 24 months in both traditional and demi-muid barrels. Notes of purple florals, salted plums, wild herbs, and teakwood display softness and power in perfect marriage. \u003cstrong\u003eOnly 50 cases imported stateside!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen we met Pierre Jean at the Wine Paris expo last year – and then tasted his wines – it was instant and true love. He’s one of those winemakers who emits sincere fervor for his craft and land, and everything about his wines shows it: organic and biodynamic viticulture, minimal intervention in the cellar, and thoughtful sourcing and farming methods. 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Coming from the quality-transfixed and historic house of Domaine Chanson, this 100% Chardonnay has a sunny, vibrant, creamy temperament that easily charms and will happily cellar another 10 years or more. Our price is the best in the country, way down from $185 suggested retail, with free shipping on two or more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine Chanson is one of the oldest estates in Burgundy, founded in 1750 by Simon Verry. The estate has been owned by the Champagne royalty Bollinger family since 1999, and they’ve made tremendous updates to the vineyards and winery while preserving the core of the domaine’s history. The estate farms around 45 hectares of vineyards throughout the Côte de Beaune and Côte Chalonnaise, including 25 hectares of Premier Cru lands in Beaune. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Premier Cru Chardonnay comes from the 4.3-hectare Clos des Mouches vineyard in Beaune, from a 2.2-hectare plot on the upper side of the hill with a limestone subsoil covered in sand. The name is tied to the beehives that once resided on the same land (“mouches à miel” means “honey flies”). The 2022 vintage was warm and drought-stricken, with serendipitously timed rains arriving at just the right moment to preserve balance and acidity in the grapes. Grapes were harvested early, and the resulting wines were overall ripe, fresh, and gregarious.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoney isn’t just a nod to the vineyard’s past life, either. This wine carries notes of crunchy pear, apricot, and honeycrisp apple, all sliced, drizzled in raw honey, and dusted with cinnamon. Accentuations of buttered biscuits, lemon bars, green apple skin, candied ginger, clove, and vanilla bring cheery liveliness, zipped up with a puckering dab of acidity. The suggested retail on this is $185 – a valid price for the terroir, legacy, history, and care poured into the bottle. But our ninja-like First Bottle buyers were able to snag some for a hair under $100 for you, with free shipping on just two. Follow in their stealthy footsteps, and secure some of your own at this stellar price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFOOD PAIRINGS: Roasted salmon is my favorite easy meal to upgrade any weeknight dinner, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cooking.nytimes.com\/recipes\/1027412-roast-salmon-with-smashed-olives\"\u003ethis recipe\u003c\/a\u003e features orange-marinated, crushed Castelvetrano olives and fresh parsley that are going to hum across the tongue with this refined and complex White Burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"First Bottle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53029503435049,"sku":"1014032","price":99.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2706\/8457\/files\/1014032_FB_Rack.jpg?v=1778260169"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2706\/8457\/collections\/Your_paragraph_text_3.jpg?v=1783641742","url":"https:\/\/firstbottlewines.com\/collections\/bastille-day-french-wine-sale.oembed","provider":"First Bottle Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}