Jay Kline

9.0

First time trying this producer and I had no prior knowledge. The 2023 “it’s not a phase” pours a bright purple color with a translucent core; medium viscosity with moderate staining of the tears. On the nose, the wine is developing with notes of funky plums, Montmorency cherry, purple flowers, baking chocolate and some natty notes. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium acid and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium and a touch mousy, retro nasally. Fun, in a “natural wine” sort of way. Still recognizable as Merlot so I guess there’s that. Fun. Drink now. — 18 hours ago

Jay Kline

9.0

From 375mL. Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of an hour. The “Le Brut” 1er Cru pours a straw color with a persistent mousse. On the nose, the wine is developing with notes of green apple, white peach, a touch of golden raspberry, white flowers, marzipan and minerals. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium+. It’s been a minute since I’ve had the wines of A. Margaine but only due to access. Drink now. Disgorged October of 2025. — 2 days ago

Jay Kline

9.1

Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of 90min. The 2019 Lodi pours a deep straw color with medium viscosity. On the nose, the wine is developing with notes of stones fruit, honeysuckle, lanolin and minerals. On the palate, the wine is dry with high acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium+. So tasty. Drink now through 2034. — 6 days ago

Jay Kline

9.1

Opened sometime before dinner. The 2023 pours a ruby color with a transparent core; medium viscosity with no staining of the tears. On the nose, the wine is developing with notes of strawberry, raspberry, red flowers, anise, forest floor and warm spices. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium tannin. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium+. Lovely, fresh, textbook Pinot Noir from E-A. Drink now through 2038. — 7 days ago

Jay Kline

9.3

Splash decanted sometime prior to dinner; enjoyed over the course of a couple hours. Tonight, the 2020 showed up! More impressive than my last experience back in January of this year. All of the previous notes apply but I perceived a little more oomph. Just outstanding stuff and a great pairing with veal osso bucco. I want to drink this all of the time. Drink now with a short decant and through 2045. — 18 hours ago

Jay Kline

9.0

Made from fruit just outside of Morgon, barely. Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of a few hours. The 2024 “Le Beaujolais” pours a deep ruby color with a near opaque core; medium viscosity with light staining of the tears. On the nose, the wine is developing with funky cherries, purple flowers, horse blanket, bubble gum and minerals. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium. Funky fresh and so freaking delicious. Unmistakably Lapierre. Drink now. — 19 hours ago

Jay Kline

9.3

Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of two hours. The 2023 pours a straw color with medium viscosity. On the nose, the wine is developing with wonderful notes of Granny Smith apple, passion fruit, grilled pineapple, white flowers, lemon cake, fine spices and minerals. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is long and laden with chalky minerals. The texture is creamy. Unbelievable quality. Drink now through 2038. Thanks for the assist @Lyle Fass — 2 days ago

Jay Kline

9.0

Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of 90min. The Brut Rosé pours a very pretty, pale pink color with a persistent mousse. On the nose, the wine is developing with notes of strawberry, raspberry, white flowers, lemon pastry and minerals. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium+. The texture is creamy. Really yummy stuff. Drink now. Disgorged July 2025. — 18 hours ago

Jay Kline

9.1

Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of an hour. The 2021 Uvaggio pours a deep ruby color with a transparent core; medium+ viscosity with light staining of the tears. On the nose, the wine is developing with charming notes of Morello cherry, red flowers, Alpine herbs, a kiss of warm spices and inorganic minerals. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium+ tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium+. Another very attractive vintage of Uvaggio. Great with lamb shank and polenta. Drink now through 2036. — 2 days ago

Jay Kline

9.4

Let’s get one thing clear right away: this was more about checking in on the early days of a wine that has a history of lasting for decades. Having that out of the way, it’s fun to check in on great wines in their youth, when you get the opportunity. Splash decanted sometime before service, no formal notes. The 2016 “Unico” is already showing its quality with abundant, beautifully ripened fruit and effortless elegance. That being said, having some experience with properly aged Unico, the better days (to my palate) are well ahead. Drink now if you have multiple bottles and can’t help yourself. Give it some air at least. Otherwise, better after 2036 and through 2076, probably. — 7 days ago