Premium Wine Selections from Jean-Luc Le Du

Jean-Luc Le Du, former chef sommelier of Restaurant Daniel, offers his personal selections to complement the season or your favorite recipe.

Le Du’s Wines is leading what many in New York are calling a wine revolution, and honing a philosophy of personal service and a reputation for finding independent, hand-crafted wines for any occasion.

Château de Citeaux, Domaine Philippe Bouzereau – Meursault, Vieux Clos du Chateau de Citeaux 2007 (Monopole)

From one of the oldest winemaking families in Meursault… stone fruit notes with zippy and refreshing acidity that’s balanced out with silky fruit on the palate. This beautiful white Burgundy will be the perfect accompaniment to all sorts of light summer fare, or simply as an apertif on a warm evening. Try it with a simple fish – snapper, tilapia or sole sautéed with olive oil.

Domaine de Fontbonau, Côtes du Rhone 2008

It is a deliciously supple, Côtes du Rhône that is suited to drinking right now, with pure and vivid aromas of black pepper, red berries,tar and a long fruity finish. Le Du is the only retailer in the country to have the privilege of introducing this extraordinary wine. Naturally, there is a limited quantity of this to be experienced, and once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Lirac Blanc Domaine Lafond “Roc-Epine” 2009 $20.99

Produced from a blend of white Grenache, Roussane and Viognier from a small 4 acres parcel in rocky soils near Chateauneuf du Pape, this delicious white wine displays aromas of honeysuckle and fresh almonds. It is medium bodied with a long, persistent finish.