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Jean-Claude Ramonet Montrachet Grand Cru 2001
750ml - 1 Bottle
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$4126.95
$4390.37
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Jean-Claude Ramonet Montrachet Grand Cru 2004
750ml - 1 Bottle
Bottle:
$4126.95
$4390.37
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Jean-Claude Ramonet Montrachet Grand Cru 2010
750ml - 1 Bottle
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$4994.61
$5313.42
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Jean-Claude Ramonet Montrachet Grand Cru 2011
750ml - 1 Bottle
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$4765.60
The strikingly complex, cool and reserved nose of mostly citrus, stone, floral and white orchard fruit aromas still...
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Jean-Claude Ramonet Montrachet Grand Cru 2018
750ml - Case of 3
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$4962.27
Here we arrive at the pinnacle of white wine, and the results are breathtaking. The initial impression is...
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Jean-Claude Ramonet Montrachet Grand Cru 2019
750ml - 1 Bottle
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$5464.78
Smoky and lightly oaky aromas include those of most floral, ripe apple compote, Asian-style tea and a broad range of...
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Jean-Claude Ramonet Montrachet Grand Cru 2019
750ml - Case of 6
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$4935.11
Smoky and lightly oaky aromas include those of most floral, ripe apple compote, Asian-style tea and a broad range of...
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$84.28
The core of peach and honeydew melon fruit is framed by lemon candy and butterscotch in this taut white. Hints of...
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$91.36
Here the wood is more moderate though the nose is firmly reduced so be sure to give this a proper aeration if you're...
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A. Et P. De Villaine Rully 1er Cru Rabource 2018
750ml - Case of 6
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$70.95
The 2018 Rully 1er Cru Rabourcé offers up notions of crisp orchard fruit, orange zest, nutmeg and vanilla pod that's...
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$85.27
Moderate wood does not overshadow the aromas of pear, spice and acacia blossom. The rich and relatively full-bodied...
Assyrtiko Chardonnay Pre-Arrival
Cultivated since at least the middle of the Byzantine era, the Assyrtiko grape is generally considered to be one the finest of the Greek grape varietals, as a result of its multi-purpose properties and ability to flourish on a wide range of terrains. The ancient Byzantines used it in conjunction with Aidani and Athiri grapes for the production of their unusual and naturally sweet Vinsanto wines, which are still produced today in Santorini, and continue to be popular. However, the Assyrtiko grapes are used for many different AOC wines across Greece, and are favored by wine makers who want to maintain a dryness and acidic punch to their produce.
The Assyrtiko grapes are renowned for their ability to maintain their acidity as they ripen beneath the blazing Mediterranean sun, resulting in wines which have a distinctive dryness and a range of citrus fruit aromas, as well as great structure and high tannins. Often, Assyrtiko grapes will produce wines which leave an unusual after-taste reminiscent of the mineral rich, volcanic soils they are grown in on the slopes of Santorini, making them a favorite for wine drinkers looking for something full of character and interesting attributes. The past twenty five years have seen Assyrtiko vines planted all over the Greek mainland, and even in Attica and Macedonia, where the softer terrain often produces more fruit forward wines with a milder, less astringent character. However, wherever this fine grape varietal is grown, it is rare the results will be anything less than excellent.
Additional Information on Greek Wines
Greek Wines
Ancient Greek Wines – A Brief History of Wine in Greece
The Myth of Dionysus, Greek God of Wine
What is Retsina?
Of all the white wine grape varietals, surely the one which has spread the furthest and is most widely appreciated is the Chardonnay. This green skinned grape is now grown all over the Old and New Worlds, from New Zealand to the Americas, from England to Chile, and is one of the first varietals people think of when considering white wine grapes. Perhaps this is because of its huge popularity which reached a peak in the 1990s, thanks to new technologies combining with traditional methods to bring the very best features out of the Chardonnay grape, and allow its unique qualities to shine through. Most fine Chardonnay wines use a process known as malolactic fermentation, wherein the malic acids in the grape juice are converted to lactic acids, allowing a creamier, buttery nature to come forward in the wine. No grape varietal is better suited to this process than Chardonnay, which manages to balance these silky, creamy notes with fresh white fruit flavors beautifully.