Michael Shaps studied viticulture and winemaking at the Lycée Viticole de Beaune, a prestigious school in the heart of Burgundy. About a decade later, he started making wine in Virginia under the Michael Shaps label. He also has a small winery in Meursault under the Maison Shaps label. This refined and gorgeous mid-weight Virginia Chardonnay shows his Burgundian influences. Its subtle, creamy power expands in the glass, so it’s a wine to savor. Shaps manages to imbue it with depth without a trace of heaviness. Bright and uplifting acidity keeps it fresh throughout a meal.
94 Michael Apstein – Aug 27, 2025