Ming L

8.8

The nose shows ripe peach, lime, and light toasted nut. The palate is generous with crisp acidity. Medium finish with a creamy mid-palate and a long finish with hint of chalky minerals. — 3 days ago

Ming L

9.1

This 1986 Clos Vougeot still shows its noble structure and vibrant spine of acidity. On the nose, the fruit has mostly receded, leaving a haunting bouquet of dried leaves, tobacco, forest floor, worn leather, and port. Subtle traces of dried cherry and black tea linger in the background. The palate is lean yet remarkably fresh, lifted by bright, persistent acidity that gives the wine an almost ethereal energy.

Not a big fan of old wine, but a well preserved example like this makes me want to experience more. — 5 days ago

Ming L

9.3

This really captures the tension and brilliance of the 2008 vintage. Prior notes applied.

Long, graceful, and finely tuned, glorious life is still ahead. But I’m down to my last bottle.

Remarkably, the current vintage release from Pommery is 2009. Looks to be a great buy as well. — 18 days ago

Ming L

9.0

From a predominant red producer, this is a well made white from Hautes-Côtes de Nuits, an up-and-coming region just west of NSG in light of global warming.

It opens with bright aromas of lemon blossom, crushed stone, and white peach. The palate is precise and mineral-driven, with cool acidity framing layers of citrus and pear. Subtle oak adds creaminess without weight. This is a vivid, finely etched Chardonnay that can rival other fine village-level bottlings. — 3 days ago

Ming L

8.8

My first Spätburgunder. Aromas of raspberry, ripe plum, black cherry, baking spices, and forest floor. Lean medium body with high acidity and light astringent tannins. Nice Pinot. — 8 days ago

Ming L

8.9

Aromas of ripe citrus and stone fruit are lifted by a subtle, herbaceous breeze. The palate is vibrant and rounded, with a refreshing acidity that leads to a clean, saline-mineral finish. — 14 days ago

Ming L

9.2

The nose brims with orchard and tropical fruit layered with honeysuckle and fresh herbs. On the palate, the acidity remains crisp and lively, yet there’s a gentle creaminess that rounds the edges with quiet sophistication.

At year 8, this 70/30 Petit Courbu/Petit Manseng blend remains a thoughtful meditation in the glass fitting to its name.

— 19 days ago

Ming L

9.2

A generous Le Clos. The nose offers ripe orchard fruit, lemon curd, and a touch of honeysuckle, more Burgundian than maritime. The palate is broad and supple, with layered fruit and well-integrated acidity that provides lift without the usual steely edge. While beautifully balanced and polished, it leans toward richness and charm rather than the taut, mineral austerity typical of young Chablis. — 3 days ago

Ming L

8.9

Nice entry level Champaign with ample reserved wines (30% - 50%) that offers aromas of green apple, pear, lemon peel with hint of smoke and chalk. Vigorous bubbles. Clean and refreshing on the palate with vivid acidity. Clean cut finish. — 6 days ago

Ming L

9.2

A refined bouquet of blackberry, blackcurrant, and forest floor, accented by hints of violet and cedar. Beautifully proportioned medium-to-full body, offering a supple texture and finely woven tannins. Finely balanced.

This second wine of Gazin has grown since I tasted it 4 years ago but remains youthful. Need to try the grand vin. — 14 days ago