Vintages New Release Collection – May 10, 2025

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BURGUNDY BÈGUE-MATHIOT VAILLONS CHABLIS 1 ER CRU 2023 AC

LOIRE RÉSERVE DU CHIRON MUSCADET SÈVRE ET MAINE 2023 AC, sur lie (Maison Couillard)

From 45+-year-old-vines, this wine is quite concentrated, ripe and lush, with food-friendly acidity and a gorgeous texture supporting the generous apple, citrus, melon, and refined seashell minerality. Classic. Sip or pair with oysters, smoked trout, or vegan fish and chips. Light & Crisp 524959 (XD) 750 mL $41.95 2

This elegant wine is perfect for summer, with pretty notes of apricot and melon, vibrant acidity, and a lovely texture. Pair it with seafood or grilled veggies. [Vinalies Nationales did not include a tasting note.] Score: Gold (Vinalies Nationales, 2024) Light & Crisp 413757 (XD) 750 mL $14.95 1

RHÔNE COURTOIS LA SOURCE CÔTES DU RHÔNE BLANC 2023 AP, sustainable

MALLORY & BENJAMIN TALMARD MÂCON-UCHIZY 2023 AC

... clairette, grenache blanc, marsanne, rousanne and viognier – mingling so beautifully together ... Ripe pear, apricot, cantaloup, a slight touch of orange blossom on the nose, it is nicely round with a bit of weight on the palate, yet perfectly lifted with white grapefruit tangy flavour and a gentle chalky texture in the lengthy dry finish. This is an exceptional value to watch for and pair with butter- nut squash lasagna or coconut shrimps. Score: 92 (Louise Boutin, winecurrent.com, May 22, 2024) Full-bodied & Rich 40368 (XD) 750 mL $18.95 2 SAVOIE JEAN PERRIER & FILS CUVÉE GASTRONOMIE CHIGNIN 2023 AP Hailing from a “Cru” of the alpine Savoie region, both red and white versions of Chignin are produced, with this expressive white made from the jacquère grape standing out. With lively acids and sweet tree fruit, its light, ethereal presence enhanced by a hint of exotic star fruit and a whisper of white pepper spice. A delicate trace of honey suckle lingers on the finish, offering impressive length. Crowd-pleasing but not pandering, this wine delivers notable value. Tasted March 2025. Score: 90 (Sara d’Amato, winealign.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 41428 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2

This is a consistently styled, classic Burgundy white from the Talmard family; a name associated with wine production in Burgundy since the 17th century. Their Mâcon-Uchizy will display the region’s noted minerality and aromatics along with typically expressive ripe orchard fruit in a vibrant, balanced package. Enjoy with shellfish or roast chicken. Full-bodied & Rich 733956 (XD) 750 mL $22.95 2

LANGUEDOC GÉRARD BERTRAND CÔTE DES ROSES SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 IGP Pays d’Oc Languedoc’s soils are a varied, complex mixture that includes high percentages of limestone, schist and gravel. This wine’s attractive bottle invites you to present it as you would a bouquet of roses, and the juice inside is just as fun. A lively, fresh wine with tropical fruit, citrus and herbs atop a mineral base. Perfect for seafood, or vegan spaghetti with asparagus, lemon and peas. Aromatic & Flavourful 23906 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2

SATURDAY, MAY 10, 2025 VINTAGES 33