Domaine Bernard Gripa Saint Joseph Blanc 2019 CS20231031 planted back in 1969

planted back in 1969

and that characteristic Saint-Aubin salinity—a benchmark for age-worthy white Burgundy at remarkable value

herb-scented Sierra Foothills red that looks toward Provence as much as it does California

From the producer: The first Vietnamese gin

Domaine Bernard Gripa Saint Joseph Blanc 2019 CS20231031 planted back in 1969Domaine Bernard Gripa, run by Bernard and his son Fabrice from the village of Mauves, is a benchmark address for Saint Joseph in the Northern Rhone. Their white is mostly Marsanne with a splash of Roussanne, grown on granite, and it's a great argument for why these grapes deserve more attention. Partial barrel aging gives it texture and a touch of richness without tipping into heaviness. Look for orchard fruit, white flowers and a savory, almost nutty