Orders are available for pick-up at Restaurant Nicholas at 160 Route 35 South Red Bank, NJ 07701 during the following times:
Monday: 9:30-3:30; Tuesday – Friday: 9:15am – 9:00pm; Saturday: 11:00am – 9:00pm; Sunday: Closed
$33.00 $27.00
The Pabiot vineyards sit directly on the bank opposite Sancerre. The vineyards are lovingly referred to as “Pauliacum super fluvium ligerim” which translates to “Paul’s estate on the banks of the Loire”. The family grows traditional Chasselas, but despite their modest means, their Sauvignon Blanc is what has traveled the world establishing the family name.
When Pauline finally took over (the fifth generation in her case) the family business from her grandfather, she had already seen countless vintages come and go. Lately, most had been pretty good, but she still remembered the struggles her grandfather went through during the 2011 to 2014 vintages, four tough back to back years that each required an intricate tightrope walk to navigate successfully.
But even through all that, I don’t think she expected a vintage quite like 2021. The Spring started per usual with the vines slowly springing back to life after the winter’s slumber. But as soon as they started to get settled in, a severe frost set in – causing the immediate loss of half the buds – a complete disaster.
Already facing a a potential financial collapse (imagine half your year’s income gone in a flash), it got even worse. A hailstorm came through in the final days before harvest and cut the crop in half again!
I’m sure it’s of little consolation to Pauline, but when harvests are thinned, grape quality improves. So despite having 75% less wine to sell – the quality is out of this world.
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2021 #67 WS Top 100
If you’ve never heard of Bisci, let’s start here. Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate called Giuseppe Bisci’s Verdicchio “one of the finest I’ve ever tasted,” and noted that “Verdicchio is one of the joys of Italian oenology that rarely gets the respect it deserves, and few producers do it better than Bisci.” A staple at $85/bottle for both French Laundry and Eleven Madison Park. “Verdicchio is one of the joys of Italian oenology that rarely gets the respect it deserves, and few producers do it better than Bisci.” – The Wine Advocate
Every year, Pierre Sparr’s Alsacian Riesling is one of the top scoring wines in the under $20 category. There’s a consistency there and consumers know they can count on a Riesling that is aromatic, fruity, elegant, clean and vibrant. Pierre Sparr wines are extremely food-friendly especially in the widely praised 2021 vintage where quality rose to an all-time high. It’s a bone-dry beauty with layers of citrus fruits, framed by wet stone and mineral character that adds dimension.
The Zenato family has built up quite the reputation for delivering exceptional value with their red and whites in Veneto. Their Pinot Grigio is a particularly great value, punching way above its weight class. Delicately scented and soft on the palate, it offers classic citrus and floral notes in a balanced elegant style. It’s smooth and refreshing with a long, pleasant finish. Great with food.
2022 was an absolutely perfect vintage in this respect and unfortunately, I think it will be one of the last, if not THE last. As winegrower Jean-Marc Brocard reported to Decanter: “When we taste the wines, we feel that the balance between acidity and ripeness is very good. It’s a classic style of Chablis. In the end, even after such a heat during summertime, we stay in a cool year reference.” He also alluded to the ageability of the vintage, saying “Let’s give them time, we must let nature do its work.”
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