Recently, I had the pleasure of visiting <a href="https://www.67pallmall.com/the-london-club/">67 Pall Mall,</a> an elite private members&#39; club in London that caters exclusively to wine enthusiasts. Nestled in a grandiose building steeped in history and charm, this establishment offers a rich gastronomic experience for all its patrons.

The Food:

Dining at 67 Pall Mall is akin to indulging your senses in an array of culinary delights. The menu was thoughtfully curated with dishes designed not just for their standalone merit but also how they pair beautifully with wines. From delicate canap&eacute;s to hearty mains and decadent desserts, each dish was crafted exquisitely using high-quality ingredients sourced locally.

The Wine Program:

The heart and soul of 67 Pall Mall lie undoubtedly within its extensive wine program &ndash; one that boasts over four thousand different labels from around the globe. Their highly trained sommeliers guide you through this labyrinthine list with grace and knowledge. Whether you&#39;re a novice or seasoned connoisseur, there&rsquo;s something incredibly satisfying about discovering new vineyards or vintages under their expert guidance.

What sets them apart is not only the diversity of their collection but also their impressive storage capabilities which allow them to house these thousands of bottles under optimal conditions ensuring perfect preservation.

Service &amp; Vibe:

Atmosphere plays a crucial role when it comes down to enjoying fine dining paired with exquisite wines; thankfully, this aspect has been mastered by 67 Pall Mall as well. With impeccable service that strikes the right balance between attentiveness without being intrusive along with an ambiance reminiscent of old-world sophistication mixed subtly with modern chicness - it&rsquo;s hard not be enamored by it all!

Global Presence:

Beyond London&#39;s historic St James district where it first opened doors back in December 2015 lies its international presence across Bordeaux, Beaune, Singapore, and Melbourne. Each location maintains the same high standards of service while reflecting the unique cultural nuances of their respective regions.

Comparison with Soho Franchise:

While both 67 Pall Mall and Soho franchise cater to an elite clientele seeking a refined experience, there are notable differences. Where Soho clubs tend to lean towards a broader spectrum of interests including arts, film and media; 67 Pall Mall is unabashedly dedicated to wine enthusiasts providing them with an unparalleled selection along with educational events hosted by industry experts.

The Need for Private Wine Clubs in New York:

Given New York&#39;s vibrant culture and its plethora of enophiles, it&#39;s surprising that private wine clubs like 67 Pall Mall aren&#39;t more prevalent here. Establishments such as Wing-Tip in San Francisco have demonstrated how these venues can become social hubs for those passionate about wines - combining education, appreciation and camaraderie under one roof.

Being part of a community like this not only expands your understanding but also refines your palate over time &ndash; making every sip you take thereafter a testament to your evolving sophistication. As I left the hallowed halls of 67 Pall Mall that evening - satiated yet yearning for more - I couldn&rsquo;t help but feel grateful for having been part of such an enriching experience. Here&rsquo;s raising my glass hoping many more will get to enjoy this oenophile&rsquo;s paradise!

Recently, I had the pleasure of visiting 67 Pall Mall, an elite private members' club in London that caters exclusively to wine enthusiasts. Nestled in a grandiose building steeped in history and charm, this establishment offers a rich gastronomic experience for all its patrons.

A Connoisseur's Sojourn to 67 Pall Mall - An Exquisite Oenophile's Paradise

Wines from grapes grown in higher altitude areas with cooler climate has become quite the trend recently. This specific growing environment gives intense flavor but elegance and freshness to the final wines. To highlight and champion these conditions more and more winemakers are starting to use alto as a marketing and labelling term to show their grapes were grown in high altitude vineyards.

Decoding the wine label: Alto

Brut is a word often seen on labels for different kinds of sparkling wine. As you may have discovered when drinking these wines, it indicates that the wine is dry, meaning there is no perceived sweetness in the wine. But how about Extra Brut or Dry, what do they mean and are they the same as Brut?

Decoding the wine label: Brut

Semi-sweet Riesling, a type of wine falling out of style. It’s a shame, since these wines are perfect to pair with flavorful cuisines like Asian or Mexican, or simply drink as they come under the summer sun. The higher level of sugar left in the wine also means that the alcoholic fermentation was stopped before finishing, providing a wine with lower alcohol level and therefor easier grabbing a second glass of.

Decoding the wine label: Spätlese

Have you ever heard the word Xinomavro? Most have not. It is however a word on many sommeliers’ lips today, as it happens to be considered the grape variety with the highest quality in Greece, and one that is trending at the moment. The fact that Greece have been making wine for a long time comes as no surprise, but they have never exported an amount to make sure wine lovers around the globe tried it. With the growing wine tourism many have discovered these wines and are serving them in wine bars and restaurants in many countries today.

Decoding the wine label: Xinomavro

Chianti Classico, Valpolicella Classico, Soave Classico… Why do all these Italian wine regions have the Classico addendum and what does it mean? What is the difference for wines labeled as Classico?

Classico is a wine term in Italy seen on a few wine labels and it indicates that the wine’s from the historic center of the region, the heart. Using Chianti and Chianti Classico and their Sangiovese-based red wines as an example, Chianti is a rather large wine district within the Tuscany region. Chianti Classico is located withing Chianti as the central part and the one that originally existed. Back then this smaller region was actually called Chianti, but as the region grew the quality of the wine plummeted and the well-known characteristics of these red wines were watered down. The reputation took a hit and sales diminished. Eventually this led to the creation of Chianti Classico, which would be drawn from the original Chianti borders to recover the typicity of these wines. Today the quality of both Chianti and Chianti Classico have risen a lot due to modern techniques and knowledge about pruning, planting and temperature control in the winery.

Decoding the wine label: Classico

In the rarefied world of fine wine, where bottles can command prices equivalent to luxury cars, authenticity is everything. Laurent Ponsot's gripping memoir "FBI: Fake Bottle Investigation" reads more like a high-stakes thriller than a traditional wine book, chronicling his relentless pursuit of one of the wine world's most infamous counterfeiters, Rudy Kurniawan.

From Burgundy's Vineyards to the FBI's Most Wanted: A Winemaker's Quest for Justice

Chablis – one of the more popular styles of wine today and a region known by many. Most are familiar with the word Chablis and the light, fresh white wine with a touch of minerality it brings. Even though it’s a renowned wine, few knows what it really is.

Decoding the wine label: Chablis

Many grape varieties around the world of wine have names local to the region or country they’re grown in, even though they’re exactly the same. The most famous example would be Syrah in France where the same grape is named Shiraz in Australia. Another variety with two names is Pinot Grigio, or Pinot Gris.

Decoding the wine label: Pinot Grigio

Have you ever seen the term sur lie on a wine label? It’s not a grape and not a wine region, but a winemaking method used to give certain styles of white wine a rounder texture and a more complex flavor profile.

Decoding the wine label: Sur lie

Maison

Michaela Quinlan

Maison Premier

Music Intro:

RT: Hello and Welcome to CorkRules!&nbsp;

A podcast where&nbsp;(in each episode)&nbsp;we will review a wine list from your favorite restaurants. I&rsquo;m your host Robert Tas along with Michaela Quinlan, Certified Sommelier.

Hello Michaela,&nbsp;it&rsquo;s great to be back together for another episode.

MQ: Hi Robert!

RT:

Before we jump in, let&rsquo;s talk about CorkRules.

We created CorkRules to demystify wine list&rsquo;s because we know from experience, that sometimes when we get that list handed to us, well&hellip; it can be intimidating, and even a little daunting.

Our aim is to help prepare you to navigate that list, find those hidden gems, or value wines or that special bottle that will take your dining experience over the top.

RT:&nbsp;So, sit back and listen as we review your favorite wine list.

RT: Today we are talking about Maison Premiere. Here we have tradition with a modern flair. Think classic, big city hotel restaurants that feature oysters, seafood, and an endless wine list.

Michaela, I can&rsquo;t wait to hear what do you think of their wine list?

MQ: I am ready to spend some time in their garden and sample some of these amazing wine selections. Many of the wines featured are organic, meaning no herbicides or pesticides were used in the vineyards, along with biodynamic principles. (self-sustaining system&hellip;natural composts, etc)

RT: That&rsquo;s really great, as you looked the list did you see anything jump out at you?

MQ: Of course. I would begin with the Ludovic Chanson Chenin Blanc 2019 from the Loire Valley. I find the light to medium body of the Chenin Blanc, along with the citrus, and minerality, a great place to begin, especially if you are starting your dining experience with some oysters.

RT: That is for sure unique.

So, Michaela, their list seems to have lots of range but was there anything that you would say is a &ldquo;must-try&rdquo;?

MQ: A must try for our bod, red wine fans would be Goyo Garcia TempraNULLlo 2019 from Ribera del Duero, Spain. This TempraNULLlo blends aromas and flavors of ripe red cherry and plums, along with hints of vaNULLla and spice from aging in French Oak. Even with these bold flavors, the TempraNULLlo is food friendly and pairs well with anything smoked or spicy.

RT: These are some great calls.

So, you know I&rsquo;m getting thirsty and will need to order a bottle with my dinner, where would you guide us?

MQ: Absolutely. With all of the oyster and seafood selections, I would start the table with a bottle of the Famille Thillardon &ldquo;La Haute Blanc&rdquo; 2017 from Beaujolais, France. Since we are in Beaujolais, a sub region of Burgundy, the Beaujolais Blanc will consist of the Chardonnay grape. This unoaked Chardonnay brings with it apricot and peach flavors, along with white floral aromas. I can&rsquo;t say it enough, but this is a crowd-pleaser for the table and perfect seafood pairing, all at an excellent price.

RT: Ooh, Terrific.

Michaela, speaking of price, sometimes people have a budget in mind. Any other great value wines you&rsquo;d point us to?&nbsp;

MQ: You know I love to find wines of quality and value. This menu is certainly full of them! I would consider the Jean Christophe Jezequel Vielles Vignes, 2017 from the Touraine, France. Quality and value can be found in specified locations as well. For this wine, it is from the Touraine, which is part of the Loire Valley, and a neighbor to Sancerre. Therefore, by enjoying this Vielle Viegnes, which means &ldquo;old vines&rdquo; often leading to higher prices, you are experiencing all the quality of high-end Sauvignon Blanc&hellip;the minerality, grapefruit, and lime, all at an excellent value.

RT: For me personally&hellip;

MQ: Absolutely!

RT: Now Michaela, what if I have a big client dinner or special occasion where I want to take it up a notch?

&nbsp;MQ: There are so many wonderful options. I would consider the Domaine Hauvette &ldquo;Cornaline&rdquo; 2011 from Provence, France. You may be familiar with Roses from Provence. Their red wines are superb as well. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, and Syrah, exudes Provence, they have all of the smooth tannins and ripe strawberries, but also with a hint of licorice on the finish. This will certainly pair well with herbal dishes and any celebration.

RT: Michaela Thank you so much for all your great suggestions and helping us navigate Maison Premiere&rsquo;s wine List. I can&rsquo;t wait to go try them myself. &nbsp;

To our audience, thank you all for joining us here on CorkRules.

If you would like us to review one of your favorite restaurants, please send us email to: <a href="mailto:Info@corkrules.Com">Info@corkrules.Com</a> or visit our web website where we have a request form available and we will do our best to get it in the queue as quickly as possible.

We are looking forward to being with you on another CorkRules episode soon. In the meantime, please check out our website for other episodes of your favorite restaurant wine lists.&nbsp;

And finally, drink what you love and please make sure you drink responsibly.

Thank you.

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Alba

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L'Auberge Chez Francois

Andrew Edmunds

Salt Seafood and Oyster Bar

Matteos Ristorante Italiano

Matteo's

Sharecropper's is a family-owned winery based in Columbia Valley, USA. They specialize in producing high-quality, affordable wines that showcase the best of the region's terroir. Founded in 2007, the winery has since grown to become a respected name in the industry, with a reputation for producing exceptional wines that are both approachable and elegant.

Stylish, comfy patio eatery at the Parker Hotel offering American breakfast, lunch & dinner eats.

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NORMA’S

Stags' Leap

Petite Sirah 2014

Petite Sirah

California, USA

Sirah

Quixote Petite, Panza Stag's Leap Ranch, USA, California 2014

Petite Sirah

California, USA

Taittinger

Brut (Reserve) Champagne NV

Pinot Noir

Champagne, France

Clos De La Tech Pinot Noir Domaine Lois Louise Cte Sud Vineyard 2018

Pinot Noir

California, USA

Clos de la Tech, Domaine du Docteur Rodgers Pinot Noir, Santa Cruz Mountains 2018

California, USA

Heitz Cellar

Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Cabernet Sauvignon

California, USA

Heitz Cellar

Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Cabernet Sauvignon

Napa Valley, USA

Domaine Huet

Vouvray Le Haut-Lieu Sec NV

Chenin Blanc

Loire, France

Krug

Grande Cuvee Brut Champagne NV

Pinot Noir

Champagne, France

Louis Roederer

Blanc de Blancs Brut Champagne (Vintage) NV

Chardonnay

Champagne, France

Charles de Cazanove

Tete de Cuvee Champagne 2019

Blend

Champagne, France

Austin Hope

Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

Cabernet Sauvignon

California, USA

Veuve Clicquot

Vintage Brut Champagne NV

Pinot Noir

Champagne, France

Alexander Valley Vineyards

Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

Cabernet Sauvignon

California, USA

Vilmart & Cie

Grande Reserve Brut Champagne Premier Cru NV

Blend

Champagne, France