France
One of the most important wine countries that is responsible, either through production or imitation, for much of what is made today around the globe, from still to sparkling, dry to sweet, regular to fortified.
One of the greatest strengths of France as a wine producing country is the diversity of its climate. Champagne in the North is a cool continental, Bordeaux is Maritime, while the Languedoc in the South has a hot Mediterranean climate. Overlaid is the variety of soil types that, combined, contribute to the notion of terroir — the sense of place.
Last, but certainly not least, France’s appellation system, which was created in the early 20th Century to define wine regions and their boundaries and impose strict rules around winemaking practices, is a model for other wine regions. Protecting the names of French wines and guaranteeing the quality and provenance of the products themselves are its key objectives. Most other wine countries have designed appellation systems based on the French one.
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Baudry Dutour Mixed Case Loire Sampler
We present an outstanding representation of Loire Valley wines that are often overlooked in our market. Last time we offered this mixed case it was very well received.
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Mixed Case – French Whites 6 pk – 2025
Here we showcase some lovely “un-oaked” white wines that would be perfect for enjoying while sitting on the patio during those first warm days or drinking with fresh and clean dishes featuring fish or spring vegetables. This mixed case covers some of the country’s most popular grape varieties.
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Baudry Dutour Cuvee Marie Justine Rosé 2024
The 2024 Baudry-Dutour Cuvée Marie Justine exemplifies what we love about Rosé. With a pale, salmon-hued colour, the wine displays a bouquet of fresh citrus and strawberries with notes of tangerine, peaches and hints of white summer flowers. The palate is dry, balanced and elegant with restrained alcohol and a mouth-watering finish.
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Bruno Lafon Selections Le P’tit Chardo 2024
The 2024 Le P’tit Chardo (classified as Vin de France) is a pretty straw yellow in the glass. The bouquet is lively with aromas of peach, pineapple and tangerine that leads to a palate that is surprisingly rich and rounded with lovely supporting acidity. The finish is fresh and polished with a pleasant texture and lingering fruit. Excellent value and a very versatile wine to accompany picnics, BBQ’s or a summer evening at the lake.
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Chateau Beauvillage Médoc Cru Bourgeois 2022
Founded in 1925 the Château Beauvillage is located a short distance from the left bank of the Gironde River. The estate’s 24 hectares of vineyards are spread around the small villages of Couquèques, Saint-Christoly de Médoc and Civrac. Here the predominantly clay-limestone and gravel soils and moderate climate provide the perfect conditions for a long growing season resulting in grapes of peak ripeness.
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Chateau Les Barraillots Margaux 2023
Chateau Les Barraillots is the last small wine producer in the village of Margaux and one of only a few “Crus Artisans” in the Margaux appellation. The vineyard was purchased from Palmer and Durfort in 1928 and 1933. It is situated among the highest elevations in the commune and the soil type is permeable gravel. The modest house and winery are a quarter of a mile away, on the outskirts of town. The Martin family used to raise dairy cows there, not only for the income derived from the milk, but also for the manure used in the vineyard. Yannick Martin, who took over from his father in 2014, still uses exclusively cow manure as fertilizer, today, though the cattle are gone from the property.
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Domaine Collin Cremant de Limoux
The Domaine Collin Crémant de Limoux Tradition Brut is produced from hand-harvested grapes that undergo refined pressing in an advanced pneumatic press for delicate extraction. The wine is then cold stabilized for 24 hours. After transfer to temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks the wine undergoes primary fermentation followed by a three-month secondary fermentation in the bottle to enhance complexity. Disgorgement occurs precisely 12 months post-secondary fermentation, ensuring ideal maturation. Finally, a dosage of 4 to 10 grams perfects each bottle’s balance and harmony.
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Domaine Dampt Chablis 2023
Domaine Daniel Dampt is one of the most well-regarded Chablis producers, creating wines of exceptional purity and freshness. Chablis is 100% Chardonnay grown on soils with fossilized shellfish. Because of that, the wine is a perfect pairing for oysters. Fresh lemon and green apple, an elegant minerality, with a lively finish. Fresh, elegant and concentrated. Drink now and over the next 4 years.
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Domaine de la Bastide “Les Figues“ Cotes du Rhone Blanc 2023
Les Figues is reference to the massive, aged, fig tree which dominates the landscape of the main house on the estate, and also to the luscious figs found all over the region. This wine is a blend of 45% Viognier, 40% Roussanne, and 15% Clairette, grown in calcareous clay soils.
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Domaine de la Guicharde Massif d’Uchaux Cuvee Genest 2024
70% Grenache, 30% Syrah. The wine shows moderate to deep ruby red colour, with an almost purple hue indicative of its youth. A complex and rich mix of aroma’s, including black cherry, tapenade (black olive puree) crab apple, plum, cranberry and stewed strawberry fruit, with subtle licorice and mint. On the palate, the wine mirrors the nose, although the fruits tend to show a little more of a black nature than the pretty nose would imply. Some salty, black licorice notes on the finish, as well as a bit of alcoholic weight (15.5%).
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Domaine de la Villaudiere Sancerre 2024
Sancerre, in the upper Loire Valley, is the benchmark for Sauvignon Blanc in Europe — crisp and fruity, with racy acidity. The soil is composed of limestone and fossilized seashells, which gives the wine an unmistakable minerality. This wine displays a limpid, pale yellow hue with golden highlights. Expressive on the nose, combining floral fragrances with aromas of white peach and exotic fruit (pineapple, passion fruit). Well-balanced and honest on entry, the wine is underpinned by freshness and powerful, long-lasting acidity on the finish, revealing a lovely minerality.
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Domaine de la Villaudiere Sancerre Heritage Red 2020
With a deep, intense ruby hue, the wine opens with an expressive, harmonious blend of grilled, smoked and toasted aromas with fruity notes (ripe dark berries). On the palate, the wine shows beautiful silky, velvety body with the same lovely blend of red fruit aromas and melted nuances created by well-integrated oak. With structure and a long red fruit aftertaste, this Sancerre should only be enjoyed after 12 months of aging.
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Domaine de Villargeau Coteaux du Giennois 2023
Villargeau vineyards are in very close proximity (slightly up river) to those of Sancerre & Pouilly Fume. The result are wines similar in character, but considerably lower in price. Sauvignon Blanc responds well when growing in flint and chalk soils.
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Domaine Font de Courtedune Chateauneuf du Pape 2021
The Charrier family purchased their farm at the eastern edge of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation in 1943. Until 1998 they delivered their grapes to the cooperative, but a new vision was established that year by the next generation, when brother and sister Caroline and Frédéric Charrier decided to produce and bottle their own wines. Today, Caroline handles the wine making while Frederic attends to the vineyards. Their estate vineyards are distinguished by sandy soils which give the wines fine tannins and great elegance. The end results are wines of distinct freshness, vibrancy and balance. The name Courtedune is a derivation from the French word Courthézon or “sand dune”.
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Domaine Robert Vic Mas de la Source Sauvignon 2024
The name “La Source” (the stream in French) and the image of a river fish on the label point to the esthetic and practice of the estate, which strives to reflect the natural environment from which the wines have evolved, as well as addressing the ecologically sustainable principles which guide their endeavor.
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Domaine Saint Michel Cotes du Rhone 2024
An outstanding cuvée from a small family estate run by the Boyers from their Medieval fortified house in the Rhone valley. A delicious, classic southern Rhone red made from organic grapes of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan. Traditional vinification in concrete tanks, using low temperature fermentation (under 20°C / 68°F). Maceration in tanks for 2 to 4 weeks. Captivating aromas of raspberry jam, violet, and prominent hints of dried thyme and rosemary define this sun-kissed Syrah blend. Indulgent flavors of baked black cherry and grape jelly create a rich, hedonistic experience. The wine’s luxurious, silky texture beautifully contrasts with its ripe, firm tannins. On the finish, enduring notes of earthiness and spice add depth and complexity to this delightful ensemble.
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Marcel Cabelier L’Etoile Chardonnay 2023
As seen this weekend at the 2025 i4C conference in Niagara. L’Etoile is a very small Appellation within the Jura region, so named because the area encompasses 5 hilltop villages arrayed in the shape of a star. In addition, the limestone rich soils contain marine fossils of tiny pentracines (star fish). Aged for 18 months in oak barrels (70% new), it displays a deep golden hue in the glass. On the nose the wine exhibits intense aromas of baked golden apple and ripe pear with notes of spice, honey, hazelnuts and vanilla. A subtle oxidative note characteristic of Jura white wines leads to a mineral driven, rich, creamy and full-bodied finish.
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Marcel Cabelier Vieilles Vignes Pinot noir 2023
On feature at this years’ 2025 i4C conference in Niagara. The VV cuvée is created from fruit harvest from some of the regions oldest vines. A deep ruby colour, the bouquet reminds one of ripe cherries and strawberry jam complimented by exotic Asian spice and a distinct earthy note. On the palate, the firm yet silky tannins are velvety in the mouth and lead to a lingering finish of red fruits. This represents excellent value in a complex old world Pinot Noir. .
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Racine Pinot Noir 2024
Made from Pinot Noir grown at vineyards located between 300 and 400 metres in Limoux. Softly-textured, juicy, crunchy red fruit with just a hint of tobacco leaf and winter spice, this is an eminently drinkable and pleasurable pinot. The best places to produce this delicate grape variety are always on the cool side, and here the altitude of the vineyard and influence from the ocean slow down the ripening season and keep the alcohol levels relatively low and the acidity lively. An extremely appealing pinot for both Burgundy lovers and red wine fans in general.
$24.95