Celine et Laurent Tripoz Bourgogne Blanc Les Chenes 2021 NO20230802 Layers of complexity and flavour

Layers of complexity and flavour emerge from a maturation journey that begins in American White Oak ex bourbon casks before a portion of the whisky is split between six different virgin oak casks sourced from across various regions of France

Swiss Gamay from granite heart: tiny south-facing parcels at 480-750 meters yield a Valais gem of stunning precision

Made by the only bodega in Sanlúcar de Barrameda using the name La Guita—which means "cash" in old Andalusian slang—this amontillado carries nuance and richness in the 500ml format perfect for exploring without commitment

bright and extremely age-worthy Cabernet Franc

with fortnightly (that’s every two weeks) battonage for 8 months after which is was racked and bottled

Celine et Laurent Tripoz Bourgogne Blanc Les Chenes 2021 NO20230802 Layers of complexity and flavourThe Mconnais isn't blessed with the great terroirs of northern Burgundy, Laurent Tripoz likes to say. "We have to work harder to get good wines here." Work he does: this tiny family domaine near Loch has farmed biodynamically (Demeter certified) since well before it was fashionable. Les Chnes comes off the domaine's oldest vines, some around 70 years old and takes a discreet turn in barrel, giving it texture without losing the cut, while the cool 2021