Wines In The Collection
Roland Lavantureux France | Burgundy
November Club Rouge ~ Epineuil shares the prized Kimmeridgian marl that makes up the soils of Chablis, and this rouge echoes the bright, mineral backbone that characterizes Lavantureux whites.
Yves Leccia France | Corsica
November Club Chevalier ~ Sun-ripened fruit, sea-mist salinity, and an alluring note of fresh herbs.
Domaine Comte Abbatucci France | Corsica
November Club Chevalier ~ This versatile and refined Corsican blend is my favorite wine to take to dinner. It’s always dressed to impress and pairs well with all kinds of fare.
Domaine Maestracci France | Corsica
November Club Chevalier ~ The island of Corsica is only a few hours by ferry from mainland France, but when you arrive, you get the sense you’ve set foot in a partly foreign country.
Domaine Giacometti France | Corsica
As if a fistful of ripe summer fruit had been smooshed against a hot stone. The name is Corsican for “always happy,” and you’ll understand exactly why immediately upon pulling the cork.
Domaine de Villaine France | Burgundy
November Club Bianco ~ Despite its voluptuousness, the wine is dry, fresh, very stony, and even salty.
Domaine de Fontsainte France | Languedoc-Roussillon
For this perennially over-delivering cuvée, Bruno Laboucarié blends two parts Carignan with one part Grenache and a splash of Syrah to produce a vibrant country red reminiscent of black cherries and spice.
Domaine Chignard France | Beaujolais
December Adventures Club ~ This Fleurie beautifully combines high-toned finesse with a potent depth. Can a wine be delicately intense?
Lionel Faury France | Northern Rhône
December Club Rouge ~ The perfect lively, uncomplicated Syrah you’ll want to have over and over again.
Veuve Fourny et Fils France | Champagne
Sparkling Sale Selection, 20% off this month! Not crafted to be luscious Champagne; it’s textural, and energetic, with zesty citrus notes and crunchy fruit. If you’re looking for the perfect palate opener, this mood-brightener, with its fervent and fine bead, will prime you for a sparkling soirée.
Catherine & Pierre Breton France | Loire
December Club Gourmand ~ Delicious and honest naturally sparkling Chenin, bottled with no dosage and no sulfur.
Manni Nössing Italy | Alto Adige
December Club Gourmand ~ An absolute live wire of a white grown at high elevation in the shadow of jagged Dolomite peaks.
Famille Savary France | Burgundy
December Club Gourmand ~ Sleek, crisp, light, and luminous, with a steely, saline finish.
Domaine de la Chanteleuserie France | Loire
December Club Gourmand ~ Pretty and elegant, with a taste of fresh peaches and nectarines, it is perfect for your summer table.
Château La Roque France | Languedoc-Roussillon
December Club Gourmand ~ There is something timeless to La Roque’s Pic Saint Loup, its herbal bouquet and rich, fleshy texture, all free from any hint of modern trappings.
Sesti Italy | Tuscany
December Club Gourmand ~ Biodynamically farmed, Brunello-quality grapes with the thrill of early and festive drinkability.
Yves Leccia France | Corsica
December Club Gourmand ~ In this bottling from Yves Leccia, the French import Grenache—called Elegante in Corsica—takes center stage, offering fragrant notes of lavender spiced with balmy Mediterranean brush.
Château Belles-Graves France | Bordeaux
December Club Gourmand ~ A generous wine dominated by ripe black fruit with very supple, approachable tannins.
France | Burgundy
November Club Rouge ~ Epineuil shares the prized Kimmeridgian marl that makes up the soils of Chablis, and this rouge echoes the bright, mineral backbone that characterizes Lavantureux whites.
France | Corsica
November Club Chevalier ~ Sun-ripened fruit, sea-mist salinity, and an alluring note of fresh herbs.
France | Corsica
November Club Chevalier ~ This versatile and refined Corsican blend is my favorite wine to take to dinner. It’s always dressed to impress and pairs well with all kinds of fare.
France | Corsica
November Club Chevalier ~ The island of Corsica is only a few hours by ferry from mainland France, but when you arrive, you get the sense you’ve set foot in a partly foreign country.
France | Corsica
As if a fistful of ripe summer fruit had been smooshed against a hot stone. The name is Corsican for “always happy,” and you’ll understand exactly why immediately upon pulling the cork.
France | Burgundy
November Club Bianco ~ Despite its voluptuousness, the wine is dry, fresh, very stony, and even salty.
France | Languedoc-Roussillon
For this perennially over-delivering cuvée, Bruno Laboucarié blends two parts Carignan with one part Grenache and a splash of Syrah to produce a vibrant country red reminiscent of black cherries and spice.
France | Beaujolais
December Adventures Club ~ This Fleurie beautifully combines high-toned finesse with a potent depth. Can a wine be delicately intense?
France | Northern Rhône
December Club Rouge ~ The perfect lively, uncomplicated Syrah you’ll want to have over and over again.
France | Champagne
Sparkling Sale Selection, 20% off this month! Not crafted to be luscious Champagne; it’s textural, and energetic, with zesty citrus notes and crunchy fruit. If you’re looking for the perfect palate opener, this mood-brightener, with its fervent and fine bead, will prime you for a sparkling soirée.
France | Loire
December Club Gourmand ~ Delicious and honest naturally sparkling Chenin, bottled with no dosage and no sulfur.
Italy | Alto Adige
December Club Gourmand ~ An absolute live wire of a white grown at high elevation in the shadow of jagged Dolomite peaks.
France | Burgundy
December Club Gourmand ~ Sleek, crisp, light, and luminous, with a steely, saline finish.
France | Loire
December Club Gourmand ~ Pretty and elegant, with a taste of fresh peaches and nectarines, it is perfect for your summer table.
France | Languedoc-Roussillon
December Club Gourmand ~ There is something timeless to La Roque’s Pic Saint Loup, its herbal bouquet and rich, fleshy texture, all free from any hint of modern trappings.
Italy | Tuscany
If you want to taste the full, vibrant, and unleashed magic of young Sangiovese, don’t miss the Monteleccio. It combines the class of biodynamically farmed, Brunello-quality grapes with the thrill of early and festive drinkability.
France | Corsica
December Club Gourmand ~ In this bottling from Yves Leccia, the French import Grenache—called Elegante in Corsica—takes center stage, offering fragrant notes of lavender spiced with balmy Mediterranean brush.
France | Bordeaux
December Club Gourmand ~ A generous wine dominated by ripe black fruit with very supple, approachable tannins.
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The Kermit Lynch Holiday Gift Guide
When it comes to holiday shopping, the gift of wine is hard to beat— especially when it’s a thoughtfully chosen, hand-crafted bottle from one of our many talented growers in France or Italy. Beyond wine, we have an assortment of other goodies to stuff every stocking on your list, from artisanal olive oil to gift cards to ball caps. You’ll find these items and more in the Holiday Gift Shop—now open!
Annual Dessert Wine Sale
Gingerbread cookies, yule logs, pumpkin pies…Sauternes, Banyuls, Muscat…Whether you prefer your treats baked or fermented, no holiday meal is complete without the final flourish of dessert. Now through the end of December, 20% off per bottle!
A Case for Beaujolais Nouveau
You may be wondering, Why does La Sœur Cadette make Beaujolais Nouveau when they are based in Vézelay in the north of Burgundy? Well, there are several reasons for this. First, as a winemaker, I have a particular affection for Beaujolais, its wines and especially for its talented winegrowers who, in my opinion, were the true pioneers of natural wines...
Nicolas Maillart: Our Newest Champagne Producer
It had been many years since we introduced you to a new selection of ours from the Champagne region—not for lack of trying! Last year we finally found what we had been looking for in the small Champagne village of Écueil, on the Montagne de Reims, in the cellars of Nicolas Maillart...
Blending Reds, and Generations at VT
“It was our first big decision together. After two or three hours of tasting, everything was done. When you are on the same page about what an ideal red from Vieux Télégraphe should taste like, it’s done. And that was, for me, a great day—maybe the best day of my life.”
Discovering Pinot Noir: A Collection of Pinots with Regional Appeal
My colleague recently wrote that as much as he loves wines made from obscure varieties from less-traveled corners of France, he relishes the comfort of a classic grape like Pinot Noir. He should look no further than this collection, then, in which the best of both worlds come together...
Quenard: Capturing the Exuberant Alps
It must be bittersweet to show up on your first day as a harvester at Domaine André & Michel Quenard. On the one hand, the land you have come to work is majestic: looking up, vineyards cascade down the steep Coteau de Torméry, and when you gaze southeast on the horizon, the view of the surprisingly close Alps is sublime. On the other hand...
Memories, Wines, and Reflections
In our November newsletter, Kermit reflects on one of his favorite pairings—wine and cardoons. The following excerpt shares his favorite preparations and pairings for the latter...
Domaine Tempier: the Wine, the Family, the Exuberance
Domaine Tempier is a wine—it is also a family; exuberance and finesse are the traits common to both,” wrote Richard Olney back in 1984. What’s remarkable about this simple yet spot on-observation is how true it rang then, how true it rang forty years prior to that, when Tempier had just released its first wine, and how true it still rings today, forty years later.
Annual Sparkling Sale
With seasonal celebrations and feasts around the corner, now is the time to stock up on sparklers from Champagne and beyond. To kick off our annual sale, we’re shining the spotlight on the KLWM quartet of Champagne growers, each with a distinctive house style that exquisitely translates its unique terroir. Get to know all four, as well as a range of lively offerings from regions like the Loire, Alsace, Veneto, and Savoie…
New Arrivals
Here is a collection of recent arrivals. Every week, we’ll be adding a dozen or more new arrivals, so check back often for your favorite classics or new discoveries!
The Carpe Vinum Collection
An ever-changing offering of wines that are just about to sell out; one last opportunity to seize a range of selections before they disappear from our shelves forever.
50th Anniversary Merchandise
When the esteemed French wine artist Michel Tolmer created beautiful artwork for our 50th anniversary, we knew right away that we had to feature it on a few select items of merch. After spending maybe a little too much time researching the options, we landed on a classy, leather-strap cap, a comfortable t-shirt made from 100% cotton, and a tote made with incredibly sturdy, fair-trade, and organic cotton by a certified B corp that invests in the livelihoods of women and farmers of India, featuring three wine sleeves and two other compartments for all of your other needs!