The Champagne Adventure continues in Charly-sur-Marne with Paul Fallet of Fallet-Dart.

Champagne, FranceGary WestbyMarch 17, 2020K&L Wine MerchantsField Report, Direct Imports

The Brilliance of 2016 Bordeaux: Now In Stock

When they were in barrel, we were not quiet about the fact that we thought we had something special on our hands. In bottle, we were not shy about how incredible the 2016s Bordeauxs were looking. Now they’re here, and they’re must-try wines of the highest caliber.

Bordeaux, FranceRyan MosesMarch 16, 2020K&L Wine Merchants

Weird Times Call for Soup and Wine

As we begin to bunker down and try to stay healthy, what’s better than a giant pot of soup? Not much—unless you pair it with the lively Cerasuola di Vittoria from Gulfi. The perfect comfort food for rainy, weird times!

Italy, SicilyKate SotoMarch 15, 2020K&L Wine Merchants

In Champagne, the Wine Is Fine—and the Food Is, Too

While drinking their way through Champagne, Gary and Scott have been eating their way, too. Scott Beckerley reports on some of the joys of eating while on the trail—from Michelin-starred restaurants to cheese and apples under a tree. Ah, le belle vie.

Champagne, FranceScott BeckerleyMarch 13, 2020K&L Wine MerchantsField Report

News from Thierry Thibault

Continuing our Champagne coverage, Gary brings you a report from his visit with cult producer Thierry Thibault.

Champagne, FranceGary WestbyMarch 12, 2020K&L Wine MerchantsField Report, Direct Imports

A Visit with the Goutorbe Family at Champagne Egrot

The Champagne Odyssey continues, this time at the home and winery of Elizabeth Goutrobe, proprietor of Champagne Egrot. Beautiful wines and home-cooked meals… we may never get Team Champagne to come home.

Champagne, FranceScott BeckerleyMarch 10, 2020K&L Wine Merchants

On the Trail with Le Brun de Neuville

We love hearing the news from our boots on the ground in Champagne. Today, Gary reports from a visit with one of our Direct Import producers, Le Brun de Neuville.

Champagne, FranceGary WestbyMarch 9, 2020K&L Wine MerchantsField Report, Direct Imports

Westby on the Champagne Trail at Louise Brison

Team Champagne are in the Aube, tasting some beautiful wines from Louise Brison's 2019 vintage with winemaker Delphine Brulez.

Champagne, FranceGary WestbyMarch 5, 2020K&L Wine MerchantsDirect Imports

Our Buyer Team's Champagne Odyssey Begins at Fleury

Our Champagne Team is on the trail in France! First stop is a visit to one of the OG biodynamic grower-producers, Champagne Fleury. Scott Beckerley faithfully reports the deliciousness for us.

Champagne, FranceK&L ContributorMarch 4, 2020K&L Wine MerchantsDirect Imports

The Iberian Penninsula Is Where It's At

What’s new in Spain and Portugal? So much! Check out our latest newsletter, chock full of Iberian goodness.

SpainKate SotoMarch 3, 2020K&L Wine Merchants

The NorCal K&L Holiday Party: A February Tradition

Each year, K&L Redwood City & San Carlos staffers celebrate the holidays in style—in February!—well after the retail rush of December. Gary Westby documented the food, the festivities, and most importantly, the wines!

Bordeaux, Champagne, FranceGary WestbyFebruary 27, 2020K&L Wine MerchantsHoliday

Illya's Wednesday Night Wines

Assistant Manager Illya Haase is known around K&L Hollywood as the go-to man for finding excellent wines under $15. He’s compiled a list of some of his favorite wines that’ll have you celebrating Wine Wednesday any night of the week.

Bordeaux, Italy, Rhône, FranceIllya HaaseFebruary 26, 2020K&L Wine Merchants

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