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German Chardonnay is having a moment. Lately I've been inundated with emails from importers, fellow retailers and journalists (NY Times' Eric Asimov amongst them, article here) extolling the virtues of this...

They say Chardonnay is the tofu of wine. Neutral tasting in its elemental form, but exemplary in absorbing and reflecting terroir and élevage. This blank canvas characteristic is what makes...

I spend a lot of time and effort 'discovering' new regions and producers in an attempt to bring quality and value to the shelves of Monarch. Invariably, as the discoveries are more...

As Matisse famously said: "What I dream of is an art of balance, of purity and serenity..." Today's wine is that quote in vinous form.Made by a young vigneron in the...

Bargain hunting has become increasingly difficult. Sure there are gallons of cheap wine flooding the market, but to me, those bottles have more in common with Coca-Cola than they do...

I've offered a plethora of wonderful Pinot Noir over the years. Whether from Burgundy or elsewhere, these wines were close to my heart, each showcased what attracts me to this...