In 2002, Jacques Coipel left the petrol industry to pursue wine, purchasing vineyards in the Côtes du Rhône Villages cru of Valréas. Set at roughly 1,200 feet on soils of clay, limestone, and gravel, the estate benefits from cooling northern winds that lend freshness and clarity to the wines. Reds show vibrant red fruit and lift, while the whites carry crisp orchard tones and natural energy.
Read MoreWelcome to "Rendez-Vous," our newest K&L private label. This latest addition to our lineup fulfills the promise K&L has always strived to deliver: exceptional quality wines that reflect the authenticity of their place, producer, and varieties - all at a price that makes sense.
Read MoreFor as long as I have worked at K&L—20+ years—Laurent-Perrier has been a favorite Champagne of both our customers and our staff. Six years ago, I had the opportunity to go into the deep cellars of Laurent-Perrier to see the oldest blends of the Grand Siecle, including the first bottling, released in 1959. It was composed of juice from the vintages 1952, 1953, and 1955. It also contained juice from 11 of the 17 Grand Cru villages in Champagne and sat for 10 years on the lees. This formula carries through to this day.
Read MoreWhile some may disagree with me, I think that the Grande Cuvée isn’t just the equal of the other offerings at Krug; I think it is their best wine. The thing that I like the best about it is the combination of youthful exuberance and profound, aged depth that it shows at the same time. This is something that just gets better with age. Every time that I have done an event with Krug, it has been the oldest Grande Cuvée that has been my favorite wine, and I have been lucky enough to do a lot as a Krug Ambassade.
Read MoreAn entire third of the Champagne region is planted to Pinot Noir, yet 100% Pinot Noir Blanc de Noirs is a relative rarity—especially compared to Blanc de Bancs, even though Chardonnay represents less than a quarter of plantations in the region. Here are some of our favorites:
Read MoreChampagne Louis Roederer’s Cristal is an icon of the wine world for good reason. This is an estate within and estate—the chalkiest parcels, the oldest vines of this house’s significant holdings. Farmed biodynamically, often by horse, nothing is left to chance and no expense is spared for quality. We are very lucky to have a diverse selection of vintages to offer right now.
Read MoreThe Fallet family of Champagne Fallet-Dart has written records of being vine growers in Drachy going all the way back to 1610. The family has almost certainly been there even longer than that. Their 47 acres of vineyard are closer to Paris than to Épernay, located in the Aisne department on the banks of the Marne river. The family’s extraordinarily long time in this business has given them patience like few other producers—as a matter of fact they supply us with our oldest current-release Champagne at 20 years old!
Read MoreDamien Hugot and his wife Miwa are making some of the star wines of our K&L direct import portfolio. They do this the old-fashioned way, with hours of work in their 20 acres of vineyard, tending every plot like a garden. They are blessed with an incredible estate, almost all Grand Cru Chouilly and Cramant Chardonnay with a little bit of old-vine Meunier from the border between Monthelon and Chavot in the cool sud-Épernay sub region.
Read MoreBordeaux enters 2026 with rare momentum. Pricing has softened across the region, quality remains exceptional, and collectors are finding real opportunity at every level of the market. This month’s newsletter reflects that moment in full. We look back at a demanding but productive year at K&L, share the latest arrivals that set the tone for the new vintage cycle, highlight where Bordeaux still delivers some of the world’s best values, and revisit the wines and moments that defined 2025. You’ll also find a deep bench of pre-arrival standouts, in-stock classics ready to drink, and a full calendar of tastings that bring these wines to life in our stores. Whether you’re buying for the cellar, the table, or both, Bordeaux continues to reward attention right now.
Read MoreBordeaux is much more than the current vintage. It is somehow the most established market in the world of fine wine and yet one that still struggles to define its identity in the modern era. It is an industry full of driven, innovative people who continue to find ways to improve and evolve. The wines are amazing, and, while they can feel intimidating, they also tend to put smiles on people’s faces. Bordeaux is refreshing in style, creative in spirit, and—if you know where to look—an awful lot of fun.
Read MoreGreat Bordeaux should have the ability to age gracefully, convey terroir, deliver a classic and nuanced expression, pair beautifully with food, and—most importantly—be undeniably delicious. None of this requires high prices, as the region remains one of the world’s great sources of value, which we hunt relentlessly for. Here are some of my current favorites.
Read MoreThere are more great wines than ever coming out of Bordeaux these days. Combined with downward pricing pressure in the region, it’s a terrific moment for collectors to load up—and for wine lovers of all kinds to turn to Bordeaux for their next great bottle. Our new arrivals exemplify this perfectly.
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