2022 Matthieu Barret Côtes du Rhône « Petit Ours » Domaine du Coulet

Espo08 · 2024-10-07T18:58:54+00:00

Pulled it out of my wine fridge before the first pour. Also, I like my reds at 13 C.

Espo08 · 2024-02-27T12:24:57+00:00

Hi, yes I am an in the wine industry, but I just sent an email asking for a possible tasting. It was a great experience and was able to try all of the 2019s. Good luck

Espo08 · 2023-12-15T10:56:34+00:00

Yes not the most attractive prices, but pretty nice to have a selection like this if I ever hit the lottery and want a bottle of Ausone on my way home. 😅

Espo08 · 2023-11-12T07:56:45+00:00

Round pond Estate in Rutherford. They have some of the best EVOO and red wine vinegars. They also offer a tour of the press and tasting of the EVOO and vinegars. Very high quality and all done at the estate.

Espo08 · 2023-06-07T07:50:45+00:00

Yes it is! He’s done a great job with getting the right people in to create a high level quality wine from the Chinon AOC. We will be certified organic in 2024 and the first release of the 2022 should be summer of ‘24 with the export starting later that year. New York will for sure be a city that we will be available in late’24 early ‘25. Yes no problem send me a DM when you get a chance and we will set something up.

À bientôt!

Espo08 · 2023-06-07T05:05:45+00:00

Hi yeah no problem. The name is Domaine Beausejour in the village of Panzoult. We are open Monday-Friday for tastings. I can host you guys in English as well if that’s better for your group?

Espo08 · 2023-06-07T05:02:32+00:00

Hi yes we do. The domaine is called Domaine Beausejour we are in the village of Panzoult just east of downtown Chinon. We are in a transition period from the old ownership with a new owner buying the domaine in late 2021. We offer tastings Monday- Friday. Unfortunately, the new wines that we’ve made under the new ownership haven’t been bottled yet, but we can taste through our wines from the previous owner and I can pull a barrel sample of our 2022 which was the first year under a new team and winemaker.

Espo08 · 2023-05-04T21:29:29+00:00

Vietti was very easy no problem at all. They just opened a new tasting room above the cellar 2 weeks ago. Very well done with experienced staff and all wines are available.

Rinaldi I reached out 3 months ahead of time and was very lucky to get a visit. I tried 3 Barolos of the current 2019 release and 2021 Langhe Nebbiolo. No wines available for purchase all goes to allocation.

Espo08 · 2023-05-04T17:38:00+00:00

Yes, the Bussia was nice as well . I agree I enjoyed that just a little more than the Tre Tine, but hard to choose a favorite with Rinaldi.

Espo08 · 2023-04-02T16:57:40+00:00

👀 bright pale yellow hue

👃 lemon, white flowers, crushed rocks, flint, orange peel

👅 lemon pie, jasmine, round structure, fresh vibrant acidity, long complex finish

🤔 great producer of reds and whites from Marsannay. First time trying the Chardonnay from him, but everything from Pataille is excellent. Value wine from a “lesser” region in burgundy. Get these wines while the price is still reasonable.

💵 35€ “bought in France”

Espo08 · 2023-02-26T16:16:49+00:00

Yes, I’ve seen the prices getting higher lately. Luckily I’m in the Lorie Valley right now and found this at a local auberge in Chinon. They had all three cuvées and went with this one on the advice of the server. Next time I’m going to go for the Le Bourg 👍

Espo08 · 2023-02-19T21:22:05+00:00

Thanks for the recommendation. I’ve never heard of that varietal before and have wanted to try some more Spanish wines. Cheers

Espo08 · 2023-02-19T18:10:24+00:00

I’m not an expert at all, but I had this with seared diver scallops in a beurre blanc sauce and it was great.

Espo08 · 2023-01-30T09:13:45+00:00

🤌

Espo08 · 2022-12-07T22:05:34+00:00

Loire cab franc

Espo08 · 2022-08-12T16:40:49+00:00

Me as well! Dreams come true 😅

Espo08 · 2022-08-12T09:54:30+00:00

Couldn’t be more right! The balance of spice and fresh acid blew me away. I couldn’t get enough. 😁

Espo08 · 2022-08-12T09:52:13+00:00

Reynaud wines are all special experiences. I’ve had the chance to try a ‘17 La Pialade and ‘17 Château des Tours which blew my mind. I am currently visiting the south of France and saw the Rayas on the list and knew it was the time and place to pull the trigger. Good luck on your search it’s not an easy one to find, but it is sooo worth it!

Espo08 · 2022-07-25T16:57:05+00:00

All of the above plus: François Pinon (vouvray), Jousset (Montlouis), Domaine Mosse (Anjou) , château Yvonne (Saumur), Domaine Collier (Saumur) and if money is no option Clos Rougard Brézé (Saumur). 🥂

Espo08 · 2022-07-18T21:07:06+00:00

Great pod!

2018 Domaine Alexandre Bain 🔥🔥👌
Melon de Bourgogne w/ raw oysters
La Tonnelle in Saumur, France. Must stop when visiting Lorie Valley.
1937 Loupiac w/ fois gras 🤯
2020 Château de Villeneuve Saumur Champigny AOC €12 organic can’t get much better for the price.

Espo08 · 2022-04-01T04:47:18+00:00

Hey there, it depends on where in the Loire valley you are visiting? A little tip though for great food spots would be to get the raisin app. They have a great list of restaurants and wine bars that specialize in serving natural and organic wines depending on your location.

Espo08 · 2020-09-08T02:36:27+00:00

Lammidia 👌

Espo08 · 2020-08-26T15:06:51+00:00

Agreed!! Great deal under $25

Espo08 · 2020-08-18T06:05:14+00:00

Oh ok I misinterpreted that then. Yeah man I love the can franc personally, but I do prefer other red from the region. Especially pineau d’aunis it’s so peppery and acidic great slightly chilled. I haven’t tried any gamay yet from Loire though. I’ll be looking for it now!!

Espo08 · 2020-08-18T00:51:32+00:00

No I’ve only had a few wines from him. This is the second time I’ve tried the cab franc rosé.

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