Franck Breton

Franck Balthazar

Chaillot Cornas Syrah 2015

Shay A
9.4

Since I sadly can’t buy a bunch of TAllemand Chaillot (or even more unfortunately, Reynard), this producer’s expression is one I’ve been waiting to try. Only recently found out he is Noël Verset’s nephew (which certainly helped in getting those old vines from Chaillot!)

Double decanted for an hour before consuming the first half from the bottle the following few hours. Gorgeous translucent red-purple in the glass. Aromatics are bright and expressive…potpurri, black pepper, dark berry fruits, and whole cluster/stems. The palate is crunchy and energetic with peppered blackberries, herbaceous whole-cluster spice, and savory minerals. Lingering finish with big grip. It presents as a “big” cool climate Syrah (if that makes sense), not a burly rustic Cornas. Absolutely delicious.

Second half was consumed the following day and the finish was a bit more finesse driven with all the flavors in balance. Drink now with a couple hours of air or hold a few more years. Now to try the Sans Soufre…
— 3 days ago

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Pinotman /// Andreas

Pinotman /// Andreas

Fantastic review Thx.
Doug Powers

Doug Powers

Awesome!!

Franck Balthazar

Côtes Du Rhône Red Rhone Blend 2023

Dan R
8.9

Decently priced, juicy, plump and approachable. Open knit and inviting. Crowd friendly. €12 — 2 months ago

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Guy Breton

Morgon Gamay 2005

Called Bojo, but anything except Morgon. Strawberries, pink peppercorn and Pez candy. — 4 months ago

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Guy Breton

P'tit Max Morgon Gamay 2022

The girls: “it smells like cherry jolly rancher” and “mozzarella”? A big thanks to Lisa @ Kermit Lynch for all her wisdom! — 14 days ago

Paul, Pinotman and 1 other liked this

Franck et Olivier Mousset

Clos Saint Michel Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend 2021

Ripe red fruit, dark cherry, medium bodied with a fairly bright acidity. Plenty of leather, some oak, and hints of a funky earthiness. Would go well with a ripe blue cheese. Lively pairing with a ribeye and sweet potatoes. Would do well aging for a few more years to mellow the acidity. — 20 days ago

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Guy Breton

Vieilles Vignes Morgon Gamay 2020

Ted
9.1

Dr Pepper. Thinner than the last Beaujolais I had today but still mighty tasty. — 18 days ago

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Franck Bonville

Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Champagne Chardonnay

Свежее и цитрусовое, много пузырьков, мало дрожжей, очень приятное и достойное. — 11 days ago

Guy Breton

Régnié Gamay

Solid beauj. Lightweight with super soft (if any) tannins. Nose has an overriding vegetal characteristic. Mildest cherry finish. — 2 months ago

Catherine et Pierre Breton

Clos Sénéchal Bourgueil Cabernet Franc 2014

Very pretty. Manure, controlled. Cherry, roses, violets, black currant, and sexy musk. Ripping acids. Transparent burgundy character. Just entering its drinking window — 5 months ago

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