Yavine Wines from the Loire and Languedoc Regions

I’m continuing to catch up on posts, and while I'm cleaning up tasting notes, let me mention that in June I was able to taste through my friend Nathan Grandjean's new releases from the Loire and Languedoc regions of France. Nathan is the well know proprietor of Yavine wines and is also responsible for bringing … Continue reading Yavine Wines from the Loire and Languedoc Regions

Paris – November 2021 – Part 3 –  Royal’s Truly Royal 2019 Vintage with Menachem Israelievitch

Finally, we are on to the main event. Honestly, the real reason I try to fly to France  - besides hanging out with David  - is to hang out for a day with Menachem Israelievitch and taste through Royal’s current French portfolio. It is truly the highlight of my trip each time. It’s not just … Continue reading Paris – November 2021 – Part 3 –  Royal’s Truly Royal 2019 Vintage with Menachem Israelievitch

Flam Visit – Mini Blanc Vertical, Syrah Vertical + Noble ’14

Once in a while I attend a gathering of an Israeli wine group called Toameha (טועמיה) run by my friend Yitzchak Nimni. Many of the members including Yitzchak are regular attendees of RCC Israel, so it is a nice way to catch up with people in a non-RCC setting. This past Wednesday night a group … Continue reading Flam Visit – Mini Blanc Vertical, Syrah Vertical + Noble ’14