Arthur Forman

9.5

GK? Medium to deep gold at 20+ years, slightly viscuous, fruity and moderately sweet but with plenty of refreshing acidity. Elegant summer sipper — 4 months ago

Pooneet K

9.1

Really nice overall, but definitely lost quite a bit from night 1 to 2. Pretty refined but with great earth and body. Has a bit of a rounded crunchy fruit quality in a nice way. Nice pairing with chicken thighs with feta and olives but was probably a better pairing a few years ago. Still nice and always appreciate bize. — 7 months ago

Space

9.3

Выпито 19.02.26 в ресторане Барвиха village с Иваном Б. Прекрасное шардоне 2022 года. — 9 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Gabriel Meffre ‘Saint Mapalis’ Côtes du Rhône Villages Plan de Dieu 2023
Rhône Valley, France 🇫🇷

Overview
A classic Southern Rhône red blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre (GSM), sourced from the stony, sun-drenched vineyards of the Plan de Dieu appellation within the Côtes du Rhône Villages AOC. This cuvée honors Saint Mapalis, a local figure tied to Rhône’s viticultural heritage.

Aromas & Flavors
Opens with enticing blackberry, plum, and licorice, layered with earthy garrigue and touches of black pepper and spice. A hint of dried herbs and violets rounds out the aromatic profile. On the palate, the wine is juicy and approachable, carrying dark berry fruit through to a smooth finish.

Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied, soft, and balanced, with silky tannins and a gentle persistence. Shows freshness alongside its ripe fruit core, making it both food-friendly and enjoyable on its own.

Winemaking Notes
Vinified traditionally with careful extraction to highlight fruit and terroir, then aged to round out tannins. Designed for youthful drinking while retaining Rhône typicity.

Food Pairing
Excellent with roast chicken, grilled lamb, charcuterie, and Provençal herb dishes. Its balance of fruit and spice also works well with pizza or casual Mediterranean fare.

Verdict
A lovely value-driven Rhône blend—expressive, soft, and versatile. It feels more expensive than it is and showcases the charm of Plan de Dieu’s terroir. — a year ago

Pooneet K

9.3

Really a wonderful Burgundy for the always reliable (and now quite pricey) Bize. This 17 Savigny is in a great spot. High toned, balanced, refreshing acids, good mix of earth and fruit. Perfect pairing with the classic Sunday roast chicken with mushrooms. Tonight drinking better and more enjoyable than the several premier crus we have enjoyed from him in the past few years. — 4 years ago

Joe DAscoli

9.1

This wine has a really crisp and zippy acidity that really punctuates your taste buds and cleanses the palate.

Took me a few mins to realize I was drinking Chardonnay. — 5 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

8.9

Gabriel Meffre “Saint-Vincent” Côtes-du-Rhône Blanc 2024, Rhône Valley, France 🇫🇷

Overview
A classic Southern Rhône white blend that leans casual and food-oriented rather than flashy or intensely aromatic, and this cuvée is typically a blend of Grenache Blanc, Viognier, Roussanne, and Clairette. The result is a smooth, lightly stony, and subtly textured white that feels very comfortable at the table.

Aromas & Flavors
Soft white peach, pear, yellow apple, and delicate white floral tones open gently in the glass. Subtle hints of wet stone, citrus peel, and light herbal nuances emerge underneath, keeping the wine grounded and balanced rather than overtly fruity.

Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with a smooth and approachable texture. There is a gentle tension toward the back palate that adds freshness without becoming sharp. The finish remains subtle, soft, and savory-leaning.

Food Pairings
This is where the wine truly shines. Excellent with roasted chicken, creamy seafood dishes, cod in white wine sauce, grilled vegetables, herb-driven Mediterranean cuisine, or mild cheeses.

Verdict
A very honest and traditional Rhône white that prioritizes versatility and food compatibility over complexity. Not necessarily a “sit and analyze” sipping wine, but a dependable bottle that works beautifully at the dinner table.

Did You Know?
White Côtes-du-Rhône wines represent only a small percentage of total Rhône production, which is why many consumers associate the region almost entirely with reds despite the area producing some excellent traditional white blends.

🍷 Personal Pick
This feels like one of those understated French whites that quietly performs best with food. Casual, stony, smooth, and very easy to enjoy alongside a proper meal rather than on its own. Cheers! — 5 months ago

Chris MacLean

9.0

Blunted but not without charm — 9 months ago

President Obama

9.6

A gentleman told me that he and I would always be friends. We shared a plate of cherries and drank this wine while watching a sunrise. I never saw him again. — a year ago

Alex Jones

Marketing/Development Kunni/Westerly Wines

9.2

Was a great surprise that this bottle was so in the zone. Some matchstick upon opening, but evolved to show vanilla, orange zest, tropical fruit and ample spice and acid. One of best bottles of Bize have consumed. — 4 years ago

Dave Mayers

9.5

BANGO! Fresh af. Bize is banging when it’s this good. — 4 years ago

Matthew Humbaugh

9.0

At birthday dinner with Brita and Maureen. So wonderful! — 5 years ago

Brent Hendrich

8.9

This was the white Rhône. — 6 months ago

Alexandre Pagliano

8.9

No specific notes but an excellent blend of Shiraz and Grenache, reasonable octane at 13.5. Really good stuff. — 6 months ago

with Jose, veronique and 1 other

Matt Perlman

9.3

Nose of cherries, earth, pine, palate is cool and composed, maybe a bit reserved, distinctly red fruited with ample spice and stemmy grip. Feels like it needs more time but elegant — 8 months ago

Jeroen Koenen

9.2

Too apple-y for me. — a year ago

Serena Wu

9.2

Notes of plum, earth, soy sauce. I thought tannins were still fairly pronounced but not rough. Lovely pairing with our smoked abalone and black cod….. — 4 years ago

with Brad

Kamall

9.1

Excellent after a good decant. — 4 years ago

Nancy Bernstein

9.2

Smooth sensuous fruit — 5 years ago

Sara Kobilka

9.0

Delicious, dark berries and earthy flavors — 5 years ago