Gourmet
Wine Journal
Two things were magical about this meal. One was the extraordinary magnum of 1980 DRC La Tâche (I owned a case of this wine at one time and drink every bottle with...
Read MoreTo celebrate my wife's birthday, the wines chosen were at her request. She loves mature Bordeaux, but I am reluctant to move 28-30 year old bottles to a restaurant, so...
Read MoreA good, but uninspiring bottle of 1990 Dom Ruinart Champagne was followed by a disappointing bottle of Bressy's 2001 Rasteau. The wine selection was redeemed by a brilliant bottle of 1998 Clarendon Hills Kangarilla...
Read MoreT his renowned, reliable eating establishment offers fabulous service and a club-like atmosphere. The credit for its professionalism goes to proprietor Jean-Claude Vrinat. The food rarely receives the raves some...
Read MoreThis is still one of the world's great dining room experiences, with stunning service, an exemplary maître d'hôtel, and an historic salon that is a treat for the eyes. The...
Read MoreAnother meal at La Beaugravière to celebrate the cépes season, Chef Jullien prepared a wonderful broth of summer vegetables with cépes. It was a beautifully light, delicious dish that was...
Read MoreMy favorite restaurant in the southern Rhône is Guy Jullien's La Beaugravière, a café/bistro in the sleepy village of Mondragon, located 20-25 minutes north of Avignon. The cépes were spectacular...
Read MoreA fun night that allowed me to recalibrate my palate (after my return from the Rhône Valley) with a bevy of brilliant 2001s, primarily from California. This was my first...
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