Wine Reviews

The 2023 Cornas Les Grandes Terrasses begins its aromatic expression with ripe black cherry, blackberry, smoky tones and snippets of orange blossom. Fleshy gradations add more aromatic breadth. Mid-range but almost full in feel, the 2023 is a delicious Cornas, ready to be enjoyed right out of the gate. This significantly outperforms the 2022 I tasted last year.

The 2023 Hermitage La Maison Bleue first reveals dried violets, black cherry, pencil shaving and earthy tones. Big-boned, round and smooth, the 2023 packs noteworthy overall intensity, bringing the wine through the mid-palate with a wealth of vigor on the long finish.

The 2024 Condrieu Les Grands Amandiers reveals flinty scents mingling with just-ripe apricot and smoky lemon flesh. Medium-bodied, round and concentrated, the 2024 arrives in fine form at this youthful point, ending its arc with peachy persistence on the refined finale.

Without question, the top white in the Jadot cellars and a consistent reference for the appellation. The 2024 vintage of Les Demoiselles is on a par with the best from this vineyard, with pronounced aromas of passionfruit and Mirabelle plums and notes of hazelnut, wax and smoke. The texture has a delicate balance between vibrantly fresh acidity and pleasantly plump weight on the palate – a delightful wine.

This versatile, straw colored Sauvignon Blanc from northeastern Italy shows aromas of yellow grapefruit, quince, and a touch of fresh herbs. There is a slightly creamy and round mouthfeel on the palate, with a medium body and medium acidity. There is full palate coverage and it’s also bright, smooth, and clean. There are flavors of yellow grapefruit, poached pear, and pineapple sorbet along with hints of mandarin and saline. The finish is crisp and long. Serve lightly chilled with grilled fish tacos.