{"title":"French Wines","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"2023-joelle-vrignaud-petit-chablis","title":"2023 Joëlle Vrignaud Petit Chablis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoëlle Vrignaud’s Petit Chablis is a precise and approachable expression of Chardonnay from the outer limestone plateaus surrounding Chablis. Situated on higher, younger soils than the village and Premier Cru sites, Petit Chablis typically delivers a style defined by freshness, directness, and mineral clarity rather than weight or complexity. Vrignaud’s approach focuses on preserving this natural tension and purity, allowing the vineyard character to speak with minimal intervention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the glass, it shows a pale, bright straw-yellow colour. The nose is clean and immediate, with notes of green apple, citrus zest, and white flowers, supported by a subtle chalky, limestone-driven freshness. On the palate, it is crisp, light, and linear, with vibrant acidity and a refreshing, saline-leaning finish that gives the wine its sense of energy and precision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a wine made for immediate pleasure rather than contemplation: a direct and honest expression of Chardonnay that highlights clarity over complexity, and freshness over weight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal as an aperitif or with simple seafood dishes, shellfish, or fresh salads, where its brightness and mineral edge provide perfect balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe: 8–10 °C\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024–2027\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bricchi and Barrett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47695066497175,"sku":null,"price":35.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2899\/5223\/files\/jvpet.png?v=1779757153"},{"product_id":"2014-chateau-cabrieres-le-tradition-chateauneuf-du-pape","title":"2014 Château Cabrières 'Le Tradition' Châteauneuf-du-Pape","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorth of Avignon, on the left bank of the Rhône, the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation spans five communes between Orange and Avignon. The landscape is defined by a succession of clay-limestone plateaus, interspersed with the famous rounded stones that help the vines withstand the dryness of the Mediterranean climate and the force of the Mistral wind. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is here, between stone and sun, that \u003c\/span\u003eChâteau Cabrières finds its origin\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes are hand-harvested at full ripeness, with three rounds of selective sorting to keep only the finest berries. Yields are limited to 25–30 hl\/ha, ensuring concentration and depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinification is carried out parcel by parcel and grape by grape, with a four-week maceration. After malolactic fermentation, the wines are blended and lightly filtered, then aged for 12 months in Allier oak barrels, balancing richness and finesse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blend is composed of: Grenache 50%, Syrah 20%, Mourvèdre 20%, Cinsault 10%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLe Tradition shows a complex, structured palate with ripe red and black fruit, spice, and subtle earthy notes, wrapped in silky tannins and a long, elegant finish. It captures the essence of Châteauneuf-du-Pape terroir while remaining approachable and harmonious.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing: Beef daube, Provençal lamb saddle, peppered steak, hare or venison stews, wild mushroom risotto, and aged cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe: 16–18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e°C\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2026–2035\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bricchi and Barrett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47710952030359,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2899\/5223\/files\/cabr1.png?v=1779757154"},{"product_id":"2020-chateau-cabrieres-les-silex-chateauneuf-du-pape","title":"2020 Château Cabrières 'Les Silex' Châteauneuf-du-Pape","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocated north of Avignon, on the left bank of the Rhône, Les Silex comes from 20 hectares of vineyard spread across the three main terroirs of Châteauneuf-du-Pape: galets roulés, urgonien limestone, and sandy soils. These clay-limestone soils with the iconic rounded stones allow the vines to withstand the Mediterranean heat and the Mistral winds, producing wines with remarkable aromatic complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes are hand-harvested at full ripeness, with three rounds of selective sorting to keep only the finest berries. Yields are limited to 25–30 hl\/ha, ensuring concentration and depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinification is conducted parcel by parcel and grape by grape, the 80% grenache\/20% syrah blend is assembled, lightly filtered, and aged for six months in stainless steel tanks, preserving freshness and terroir expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes Silex displays a rich, structured palate with ripe red and black fruits, subtle spice, and mineral notes, supported by silky tannins and a persistent finish. This is a Châteauneuf-du-Pape of elegance and complexity, reflecting the diversity of its soils and the meticulous care of the estate. It will pair equally well with red meat and poultry, a cheese platter or just by itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe: 16–18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e°C\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2026–2035\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bricchi and Barrett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47710955700375,"sku":null,"price":49.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2899\/5223\/files\/cabr2.png?v=1779757153"},{"product_id":"2022-chateau-cabrieres-rd68-cotes-du-rhone","title":"2022 Château Cabrières 'RD68' Côtes-du-Rhône","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNestled near the border of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Château Cabrières’ vineyards covers 2.7 hectares of clay-limestone soils with galets, an ideal terroir for expressive Southern Rhône reds. 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The nose reveals fresh strawberry, white peach, and citrus zest, with subtle floral and mineral notes. 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The 2022 vintage in Chablis was shaped by a warm, generous growing season, producing wines with slightly more mid-palate weight than cooler years, while still retaining the region’s hallmark freshness and mineral precision. In Vrignaud’s hands, Fourchaume translates this vintage character into a wine that balances amplitude with clarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the glass, it shows a bright, luminous straw-yellow colour. The nose is open and refined, with ripe citrus, yellow apple, and white peach, layered with floral notes and a distinct chalky minerality that reflects the Kimmeridgian limestone soils. With air, subtle hints of hazelnut and wet stone begin to emerge, adding depth without losing focus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the palate the wine is generous, with a rounded texture and a broad structure, yet it remains precise and well-defined. The warmth of the vintage is expressed through riper fruit and a slightly softer mid-palate, balanced by vibrant acidity and a long, saline, mineral-driven finish. 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