Rhone 2010 in top three vintages of last 40 years says Decanter

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "Rhone 2010 in top three vintages of last 40 years says Decanter"

Transcription

1 Rhone 2010 in top three vintages of last 40 years says Decanter Rhone 2010 is one of the finest vintages for 40 years, Decanter s expert John Livingstone-Learmonth says in the latest issue of the magazine. Livingstone-Learmonth praised the Northern Rhone highly in the April issue of Decanter. In the May issue, on sale 4th April, he speaks highly of Southern Rhone. I place 2010 in the top three of my 40 years covering the Rhone, alongside the 1978 and the 1990, he writes. The vintage wins on several counts, but mainly because it embraces improved winemaking with that lucky draw a fabulous harmony of ripening. Thus the wines are ripe, harmonious, with gentle tannins and a depth of fruit that means they will develop evenly for many years This is true, Livingstone-Learmonth says, at every level, from Cotes du Rhone and Cotes du Rhone-Villages ( they express the vintage s drinkability to a tee ) to Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas and other top villages. While Grenache suffered from cold weather in June, Syrah, Carignan and Mourvedre were able replacements. Even the Cinsault was superb, the critic writes. Emmanuel Reynaud at Chateau Rayas described his as rich, a marvel. And it is hard to find anyone that disagrees. We have spent quite some time searching out gems from the Rhone Valley. They are not big names that are heavily marketed but small, artisan producers that embrace the style and terroir of their appellations. More often than not the domaines are run by the younger generation, full of knowledge and enthusiam and the results are quite spectacular.

2 The Wines Ogier Chateauneuf-du-Pape Clos de l'oratoire blanc In Stock $ Special $ Very Limited The Rhone Report: The 2011 Clos de l'oratoire des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc is outstanding. A blend of 30% Grenache Blanc, 30% Clairette, 30% Roussanne, and 10% Bourboulenc that was aged mostly in stainless steel (Clairette aged in barrel), it is classic on the nose, with stone fruits, honeycomb, spice, mineral, and hints of brioche all showing. Structured, medium+ bodied, and with excellent acidity and richness, it s a knockout white that will shine for 3-5 years, possibly even longer. 91 Points 1a. Domaine Tour-Saint-Michel Chateauneuf-du-Pape La Tour du Lion 2010 from MAGNUM. More Stock coming! Pre Arrival Price 750ml $67.50 This cuvee comes from older vines and is typically a blend of 75% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 5% Mourvedre and Cinsault. Vine age is 50+ years. Grapes are destemmed and the wine is aged in a mix of foudres, tanks and barrels. I like this cuvee very much. The Rhone Report: More traditional and mineral-laced, the 2010 La Tour du Lion is a blend of 75% Grenache, 20% Syrah, and 5% Mourvedre that is aged mostly in tank, with 20% of the blend seeing 2-year-old barrels. Elegant and more approachable than the Feminessence, it delivers plenty of black fruit characteristics to go with notions of smoked earth, wet stone, and meaty qualities, with only a hint of the barrique aging showing. This is followed by a full-bodied, gorgeously fruited 2010 that has a fleshy, mouth filling texture, brilliant purity, and a seamless finish. It should be better in a handful of years, and have years or more of overall longevity. 94 Points 1b. Domaine Tour-Saint-Michel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Feminessance 2010 from MAGNUM. More Stock coming! Pre Arrival Price 750ml $84.00 The Domaine s prestige cuvee. From vines 60 years plus of age. 75% Grenache and 25% Syrah. Partly destemmed. Aged for 12 months in small oak barrels, of which a portion are new. For a prestige cuvee this is a bargain! The Rhone Report: Easily the most modern in the lineup, yet absolutely beautifully done, the 2010 Domaine Tour Saint-Michel Châteauneuf-du-Pape Feminessence is a blend of 65% Grenache and 35% Syrah that is aged half in new, and half in 1-year-old, French oak barrels. It offers up an intense array of black cherry liqueur, blackberry, white chocolate, vanilla, and spice box-like aromatics that give way to a full-bodied, seamless palate that has a decadent, almost voluptuous texture, pure fruit, and brilliant richness. I am certainly a fan, but it will not be for everyone given the modern slant. Nevertheless, I think the oak and modern profile here will mostly integrate with 4-5 years of bottle age, and it will have years or more of total longevity. 94 Points 1c. Le Clos du Caillou Chateauneuf-du-Pape Les Quartz Sold Out available Pre Arrival 750ml bottle $131.50, Magnum $ This wine comes from parcels of land in the lieu-dit "The Cassanets" which are composed of pebbles and sandy subsoil. The Grenache, which comprises 85% of the blend, was planted between 1956 and A parcel of Shiraz, in the lieu-dit "The Bédines", is on a soil composed of sand makes up the remaining 15%. After sorting in the vineyard the grapes are taken to the cellar in boxs of 300 kg. The grapes are partly destemmed. The Grenache is aged in old casks, the Syrah goes into newer Burgundian barrels. The wine is then assembled before bottling. Robert Parker: The 2010 Chateauneuf du Pape Les Quartz, which is aged in both foudre and truncated oak vats, comes from two lieux-dits, Les Cassanets for the Grenache and Les Bedines for the Syrah. It reveals crushed raspberry and kirsch notes as well as a

3 chalky stone-like character, but less of the Provencal roasted herb, lavender, and licorice notes than its siblings. Drink this dense, full-bodied, impressive 2010 over the next years. 96 Points 1d. Le Clos du Caillou Chateauneuf-du-Pape Reserve Sold Out available Pre Arrival 750ml bottle $204.00, Magnum $ The Châteauneuf-du-Pape Reserve is a wine made only in the best vintages. The vineyard is composed of 60% Grenache (planted in 1930 in La Guigasse) and 20% Mourvèdre and 20% Syrah (planted in 1939 in Les Bedines). The soil, composed of sand, gives the wine freshness and finesse. The grapes are harvested late to obtain the perfect maturity of Mourvèdre. Robert Parker: The virtually perfect (probably Domaine du Caillou s greatest wine since their 2001 example) 2010 Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve Le Clos du Caillou is a blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Mourvedre aged completely in 600-liter demi-muids, of which some are new. A dense purple color is accompanied by a stunning nose of lead pencil shavings, barbecue smoke, black currant jam, raspberries and blueberries. Full-bodied and exceptionally pure, powerful and elegant, this stunning wine needs 2-4 years of cellaring and should keep for Points 2a. Domaine de Cristia Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Renaissance Pre Arrival Price 750ml $135.95, Magnum $ From a 1.5 ha plot in the lieu-dit Le Cristia. The blend is typically 60% Grenache, 30% Mourvedre and 10% Syrah. The Grenache is over 100 years old! Yield hl/ha. Destemmed. Aged in barriques 25% new, 75% 2-3 years old. The Rhone Report: In contrast, the 2010 Domaine de Cristia Châteauneuf-du-Pape Renaissance - a 60/40 blend of Grenache and Mourvedre - is aged all in barrel, with the Grenache seeing only neutral oak and the Mourvedre aged all in new oak. Showing spectacularly, it offers a thrilling array of blackberry, cassis, wild herbs, flowers, and roasted meats, with only a hint of graphite showing from its stint in barrel. Every bit as good on the palate, with brilliant freshness, fantastic purity, and a powerful, yet focused overall mouth-feel, this knockout offering needs a solid 4-6 years of bottle age, and will have upwards of two decades of overall longevity. 97 Points 2b. Domaine de Cristia Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes Pre Arrival Price Magnums Only $ From vines aged between 30 to 40 years old are orientated east and grow on limestone dominated brown soils on underlying cracked hard limestone bedrock which allows very good water drainage. The Rhone Report: Very different in style when compared to the dense, focused Renaissance, the 2010 Domaine de Cristia Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes (100% old vine Grenache aged all in 2-year-old barrels) is a total extrovert and is overflowing with sweet blackberry and raspberry styled fruit, licorice, rolled stones, and assorted mineral qualities on the nose. Very full-bodied and downright decadent, this still shows plenty of class and freshness, with superb mid-palate concentration, awesome purity, and masses of ripe tannin. It is a wine for unabashed Grenache lovers and will also have upwards of two decades of life. 97 Points

4 2c. Domaine de la Solitude Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Cornelia Constanza Pre Arrival Price $144.50, Wooden Case of 6 Bottles $ Cuvee Cornelia Constanza is named after another ancestor. It is 100% Grenache from 100+ year old vines. Yield was 25 hl/ha. 15% of the wine is matured in new oak barrels. Only around 3,000 bottles are produced and only in top years. First vintage was The Rhone Report: Even better and one spectacular example of old vine Grenache, the 2010 Cuvée Cornelia Constanza is 100% Grenache and comes from 90+ year old vines and the sandy of the famed La Crau lieu-dit. Overflowing with kirsch liqueur, wild strawberry, ground pepper, herbs de Provence, licorice, and garrigue, this is a no holds bar, thrill ride of a wine that is full-bodied, decadently textured, and perfectly balanced. Layered, multi-dimensional, and seamless, yet with gorgeous underlying structure and concentration, this might be a love it or leave it wine for most people, yet it offers a level of pure Grenache hedonism that just cannot be found anywhere else. I think it will age beautifully, yet do not be afraid to open bottle early either as it a knockout bottle of wine now. 98 Points 2d. Domaine de la Solitude Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Reserve Secrete Pre Arrival Price $199.50, Wooden Case of 6 Bottles $ A blend of Grenache and Syrah. First vintage 2,000. Annual production around 3,000 bottles. The Rhone Report: My favorite vintage of this cuvee to date and a knockout wine that is up there with the best of the vintage, the 2010 Domaine de la Solitude (Lançon Père et Fils) Châteauneuf-du-Pape Réserve Secrète is a blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah that has all of the Syrah and a small portion of the Grenache aged in new French oak. Rich, deep, and powerful, with a saturated, inky color, this delivers a kaleidoscope of aromas and flavors, with notions of blackberry, chocolate, smoke, pepper, graphite, and pot roast-like nuances all soaring from the glass. Where the Cuvée Cornelia Constanza is all Grenache, all the time, this has a (slightly) more restrained profile, while still playing in that full-bodied, decadent end of the spectrum. Very concentrated, structured, and beautifully balanced, this blockbuster needs 4-5 years of bottle age, and will shine for two decades or more. 98 Points 3a. Chateau Simian Chateauneuf-du-Pape Grandes Grenachieres d'hippolyte Pre Arrival Price 750ml $155.50, Magnum $ From 95% very old vine Grenache ( year old!) grown in the lieu-dits of Cabrieres and Palestor at the very north of the appellation. The Rhone Report: An incredible old vine cuvée (95% Grenache and 5% assorted varieties, from vines planted in 1888 and 1948) that s aged all in tank, the 2010 Château Simian Châteauneuf-du-Pape les Grandes Grenachieres d'hippolyte offers up a pure, essence of Grenache-like profile of sweet black raspberries, lavender, melted licorice, and assorted wild flower like aromas and flavors. Voluptuous, hedonistic, and with layers of sweet fruit, it flows onto the palate with no hard edges, awesome purity of fruit, and masses of sweet, velvety tannin. Full-bodied and incredibly concentration and rich through the mid-palate, it stays gorgeously focused and clean on the finish. It s knockout stuff that should shine for upwards of two decades. Decant if drinking anytime soon. 96 Points

5 3b. Mas de Boislauzon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee du Quet Sold Out individually. We have a few Mixed Dozens from this domaine available which include this wine: Cuvee de Quet is produced from a a blend of 80+ year old Grenache and Mourvedre (typically about 80/20) from three sites on the estate. Yields are extremely low. The grapes are not destemmed and 50% of the wine is matured and barrel - the other half in concrete vats. The wine is bottled without filtration. This is one of the great cuvees of Chateauneuf-du-Pape but unfortunately only 5,000 bottles are produced annually making it very difficult to find. Robert Parker: The remarkable 2010 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee du Quet boasts a dark ruby/purple color along with a stunning bouquet of spring flowers, cranberries, black raspberries, blueberries, forest floor, incense and bouquet garni. The wine builds incrementally in the mouth, and the finish lasts nearly a minute. This amazingly full-bodied, gorgeously pure Chateauneuf du Pape has everything one could desire in a dry red wine. Enjoy it over the next 20+ years. 100 Points The Rhone Report: Even better, and eclipsing the estate s brilliant 2007, the 2010 Mas de Boislauzon Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée du Quet is a blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Mourvedre that was aged in a combination of tank and barrel (no new oak is used). Sporting a deep, semi-opaque black/purple color to go with notions of blackberry, melted licorice, roasted herbs, truffle, seaweed, and crushed flowers, this absolutely brilliant Châteauneuf-du-Pape is full-bodied and seamless on the palate, with thrilling concentration, perfect balance, and massive tannic grip on the finish. While the texture leans heavily towards the decadent side of the spectrum, it stays remarkably light and fresh, never seaming heavy or over the top. Given the amount of tannin, it needs 3-5 years to flesh out, and should drink well for 20+ years. Tasted twice and knockout stuff on both occasions. 99+ Points 3c. Domaine de la Janasse Chateauneuf-du-Pape Chaupin Sold Out available Pre Arrival $ % Grenache (does 100% Grenache make the greatest Chateauneufs? - very possibly!). Vine age: 70 years to almost 100 years. Elevage: months. 75% in tank, 25% in small oak barrels. Approx 40% of the oak barrels are new. So roughly speaking about 10% of the wine sees new oak. Robert Parker: A potential candidate for perfection is the 2010 Chateauneuf du Pape Chaupin, which may turn out to eclipse my favorite Chaupin to date, the 2007, and closely behind it, the Dense blackish/purple, with extraordinary intensity, precision and focus, this wine is very backward due to the higher acids in this vintage, but has a layered, skyscraper like texture and a stunning nose of kirsch, black raspberries, lavender, and spice box. Some licorice also makes an impression. Enormously concentrated yet relatively delicate and light on its feet for a wine that is probably 15%-plus in alcohol and as concentrated as this is, it should be a future legend of Chateauneuf du Pape and evolve for years Points 3d. Domaine de la Janasse Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes Sold Out available Pre Arrival $ Vine age: plus years. Elevage in wood which includes some new small oak. An outstandingly concentrated wine. Robert Parker: The 2010 Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes is black purple as well, but slightly more restrained and lower in alcohol, with more noticeable tannins and acidity. Nevertheless, this is still a phenomenally concentrated wine, with notes of barbecue spices, blackberry and black currant fruit, smoked herbs, charcoal, incense and an intense lavender note. The tannins kick in following the full-bodied, massive mouthfeel, as well as the acidity. This wine will need to be forgotten for 8-10 years, which is somewhat atypical for a Janasse Chateauneuf du Pape. It can be consumed over the following three-plus decades. An absolutely brilliant wine, as are all of these in the Janasse portfolio Points The Rhone Report: More rich and voluptuous, yet with a similar level of purity and precision, the 2010 Domaine de la Janasse Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes offers up loads of creamy blackberry, raspberry liqueur, melted licorice, wild flowers, and toasted spice nuances on the nose. Every bit as good on the palate, with a thrilling texture, full-bodied power, and gorgeous

6 underlying structure and tannin, this knockout Châteauneuf-du-Pape stays light and elegant, with nothing out of place or over the top. As with the Chaupin, it is no doubt a brilliant drink now, yet it deserves 7-8 years of bottle age, and will shine for two decades or more! 99 Points 4a. Domaine Clusel-Roch Cote-Rotie Vialliere Pre Arrival Price 750ml $142.50, Magnum $ % Syrah (1958, some 1985), 5% Viognier from site of same name with schist soils, part destemmed, crushed, 3-4 week vinification, cap punching, aged 30% new, 70% 1-year oak 24 months, unfined, unfiltered, a revival, but first recent wine Drink Rhone: (casks, bottling Aug 2012) quite a thorough red. Has a rather stiff-baked aroma, lead pencil and smoky rocks; mingling in is some early red cherry, and the nose also shows spine. Very good harmony on the palate, its texture is supple; it is even drinkable now with its integrated, ripe tannins. A wine of subtle qualities, nothing showy. Its length is good, clear, subtle, lovely. Its balance is great, really serene. It declares the finesse of the Northern Rhône very openly, and has great velveteen texture. 5 Stars 4b. Domaine Clusel-Roch Cote-Rotie Les Grandes Places Pre Arrival Price Magnums only $ From vines planted in the 1930's. Drink Rhone: (casks, to be bottled August 2012) attractive, quite full red; reserved, careful nose, bit one can sense its ripeness and balance. A little toast, brioche baked bread in with raspberry fruit airs and a smoky glint, a schist snap and flowers such as rose the fruit here is curvy. Has a rounded but fluid attack it delivers free running red fruits and a supple, easy to like texture. Good balance, is a harmony wine that will slowly expand. From 2014, but its harmony will allow early drinking even if it is a bit of a crime. There is a gentle mineral breeze on the aftertaste. It is refined, light touch, has the tightness of the schist, plenty of ways to go. 4(5) Stars Scan the QR Code to view the full range of Chateauneuf-du-Pape we have available Scan the QR Code to view the full range of Cote-Rotie we have available Grand Millesime Pty Ltd 21 Toorak Road South Yarra, Vic 3141 Phone: (03) Fax: (03) sales@grandmillesime.com.au

Louis Barruol standing in his Le Claux Vineyard

Louis Barruol standing in his Le Claux Vineyard France, Rhone: Saint Cosme Retrospective Louis Barruol standing in his Le Claux Vineyard The leading producer in Gigondas, Saint Cosme has been run by the passionate and talented Louis Barruol since 1992,

More information

Rating: 96 Drink Rating: 96 Drink Rating: 95+ Drink Review by Jeb Dunnuck erobertparker.com #219 (June 2015)

Rating: 96 Drink Rating: 96 Drink Rating: 95+ Drink Review by Jeb Dunnuck erobertparker.com #219 (June 2015) Review by Jeb Dunnuck erobertparker.com #219 (June 2015) The team at DeLille, lead by longtime Washington wine steward Chris Upchurch, continue to produce and a great lineup of wines. Both the '12 and

More information

WA #209, October 2013 Reviews by Jeb Dunnuck, except where noted.

WA #209, October 2013 Reviews by Jeb Dunnuck, except where noted. WA #209, October 2013 Reviews by Jeb Dunnuck, except where noted. This classic, benchmark estate for traditionally made wines is run by the talented, no-nonsense Laurence Feraud and her father Paul. While

More information

d o m a i n e g i r a u d R e v u e d e P r e s s e Tradition Les grenaches de Pierre G a l l i m a r d e s

d o m a i n e g i r a u d R e v u e d e P r e s s e Tradition Les grenaches de Pierre G a l l i m a r d e s d o m a i n e g i r a u d R e v u e d e P r e s s e Tradition Les grenaches de Pierre G a l l i m a r d e s domain e g i rau d NOV 2012 This estate has acquitted itself impressively over the last 5-6 years.

More information

CATALOGUE OF WINES USA

CATALOGUE OF WINES USA CATALOGUE OF WINES USA IGP PAYS D OC ROSE 2017 Grenache, Syrah & Cinsault - 13% vol. alcohol Fresh and crisp with aromas of strawberries. Nice minerality and a touch of muscle weight that balances the

More information

Tasting Notes of Roger C. Bohmrich MW. Sensuality & style in the Southern Rhône

Tasting Notes of Roger C. Bohmrich MW. Sensuality & style in the Southern Rhône Sensuality & style in the Southern Rhône Tasting & visit to the property March 2015 Clos du Caillou s cellars are situated along the eastern edge of Châteauneuf-du- Pape not far from the village of Courthézon,

More information

CHATEAUNEUF DU PAPE FRANCE

CHATEAUNEUF DU PAPE FRANCE CHATEAUNEUF DU PAPE FRANCE Domaine de la Charbonnière 3 Appellation of origin and the terroir 4 Our Wines 9 It was in 1912 that Eugene MARET bought DOMAINE DE LA CHARBONNIÈRE as a gift for his wife who

More information

Gunnels Wood Road, Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG1 2BT thewinesociety.com Member Services:

Gunnels Wood Road, Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG1 2BT thewinesociety.com Member Services: page 1 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Château La Nerthe, 2006 The 2006 vintage produced deliciously silky wines that are just about ready now. La Nerthe in 2006 is finely judged and very long. Product Code RH24181

More information

Domaine Ogier some of the finest 2011s I tasted in the Northern Rhône

Domaine Ogier some of the finest 2011s I tasted in the Northern Rhône CLARION WINES LIMITED Barley Mow Centre, 10 Barley Mow Passage, LONDON W4 4PH Telephone: 020 8747 2069 Fax: 020 8747 2076 Email: info@clarionwines.co.uk www.clarionwines.co.uk Domaine Ogier Stéphane Ogier

More information

2013 Foxen Vineyard Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard Block 8 A Pinot Noir Dry Red Table wine from USA, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California, USA,

2013 Foxen Vineyard Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard Block 8 A Pinot Noir Dry Red Table wine from USA, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California, USA, 2013 Foxen Vineyard Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard Block 8 A Pinot Noir Dry Red Table wine from USA, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, Rating: 95 Drink 2015-2023 An incredible, profound Pinot Noir, Foxen's

More information

TOKARA DIRECTOR S RESERVE RED 2007

TOKARA DIRECTOR S RESERVE RED 2007 TOKARA DIRECTOR S RESERVE RED 2007 Alc vol% 14.5 1.6 5.6 0.61 3.72 This wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon 67%, Petit Verdot 20%, Merlot 8% and Malbec 5%. The grapes originated from TOKARA s premium

More information

2012 Kapcsandy Family Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Grand Vin State Lane Vineyard

2012 Kapcsandy Family Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Grand Vin State Lane Vineyard 2012 Kapcsandy Family Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Grand Vin State Lane Vineyard A Cabernet Sauvignon Dry Red Table wine from USA,Yountville,North Coast,California,USA Rating: 100 The bottled 2012s are all

More information

Château Du Barry Bordeaux Rouge-2012 Green s Cash Price: Château Lestage Chevillon Medoc-2010 Green s Cash Price:

Château Du Barry Bordeaux Rouge-2012 Green s Cash Price: Château Lestage Chevillon Medoc-2010 Green s Cash Price: Misa s Wines Misa s portfolio includes a broad range of wines and distinctive spirits from the world s top producing regions. From the most prestigious and highly-allocated Bordeaux and Burgundies to hand-picked

More information

Domaine Ogier some of the finest 2011s I tasted in the Northern Rhône

Domaine Ogier some of the finest 2011s I tasted in the Northern Rhône CLARION WINES LIMITED Barley Mow Centre, 10 Barley Mow Passage, LONDON W4 4PH Telephone: 020 8747 2069 Fax: 020 8747 2076 Email: info@clarionwines.co.uk www.clarionwines.co.uk Domaine Ogier Stéphane Ogier

More information

CHATEAUNEUF DU PAPE BLANC 2016

CHATEAUNEUF DU PAPE BLANC 2016 It was in 1912 that Eugene Maret bought Domaine la Charbonnière to please his wife, who was Châteauneuvoise born and winemaker s daughter. Fernand Maret, their son, inherits a part of the estate and enlarges

More information

Revue de Presse / Press Release

Revue de Presse / Press Release Revue de Presse / Press Release Millésime / Vintage 2011 PRESS Jeb Dunnuck November 2013 These awesome wines are made by the young, yet incredibly talented, Julien Barrot. Now producing just two cuvees

More information

95/100 91/100 92/100 90/ & 50 Toscana IGT 50& & & & accolades-

95/100 91/100 92/100 90/ & 50 Toscana IGT 50& & & & accolades- 50&50 2006 95/100 Full, dense and polished, with lovely raspberry, plum, new wood and fresh herb character. Layered and gorgeous.this is a blend of wine from the wineries of Avignonesi and Capannelle.Best

More information

L Insoumise FRANCE. Bordeaux. AOC Bordeaux Supérieur % Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon

L Insoumise FRANCE. Bordeaux. AOC Bordeaux Supérieur % Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon Bordeaux AOC Bordeaux Supérieur 2014 90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon A mix of cherry, plum, vanilla crème and mint aromas. Medium to full bodied with round tannins and a plush texture, ending with a

More information

Green's - The Rosé Experts THE NEW 2014 VINTAGE HAS ARRIVED!

Green's - The Rosé Experts THE NEW 2014 VINTAGE HAS ARRIVED! Green's - The Rosé Experts THE NEW 2014 VINTAGE HAS ARRIVED! Few wines are as easy-drinking, refreshing or as versatile as rosé. With the warmer days of summer...it is time to start stocking up on these

More information

Bracket 1: Villages Wines

Bracket 1: Villages Wines Gevrey-Chambertin is the northern-most of the major Burgundy communes. It was the first to rename itself by adding the suffix of its most famous vineyard, becoming Gevrey-Chambertin in 1847. Vineyards

More information

Château Couhins-Lurton Red

Château Couhins-Lurton Red Château Couhins-Lurton Red Chateau : Château Couhins-Lurton Even if Couhins-Lurton is only Cru Classé in white, André Lurton and his team make it a point to develop a very noble red wine. Château Couhins-Lurton

More information

2013 Morlet Family Vineyards Chardonnay Ma Douce

2013 Morlet Family Vineyards Chardonnay Ma Douce Chardonnay Ma Princesse 98 Drink: 2015-2031 Chardonnay Ma Douce 96 Chardonnay Coup de Coeur 98+ The 2013 Chardonnay Ma Princesse, which comes from the Goldridge soils that run through the Russian River

More information

2013 Stonestreet Cabernet Sauvignon Monolith

2013 Stonestreet Cabernet Sauvignon Monolith 97 93 Chardonnay Red Point Sauvignon Monolith Chardonnay Bear Point The 2014 Chardonnay Red Point comes from volcanic soils at an elevation of 800 to 1,000 feet These white tufa soils have produced an

More information

E. GUIGAL COTE ROTIE

E. GUIGAL COTE ROTIE Page 1/6 OWNER The Guigal family : father Marcel, mother Bernadette, son Philippe and daughter-in-law Eve. PRODUCTS White Wines : Cotes du Rhone (Blanc) Crozes-Hermitage (Blanc) Saint Joseph (Blanc) Saint

More information

Bordeaux 2015 New Arrivals

Bordeaux 2015 New Arrivals Bordeaux 2015 New Arrivals We ve told many of our customers over the last six months that we were expecting an enormous shipment of 2015 Bordeaux s from France. They re here, and what a selection we have.

More information

PRESS BOOK ARNOUX & FILS

PRESS BOOK ARNOUX & FILS PRESS BOOK ARNOUX & FILS Vacqueyras 1717 Vintage 2014 & 2016 Finished N 1 Top-Rated 2014 & 2016 Vacqueyras, Article from Wine Advocate 2016/2017 Vintage 2016: 93-95/100 En cours d élevage The 2016 Vacqueyras

More information

Terroir al Límit. Reviewed by Luis Gutiérrez The Wine Advocat

Terroir al Límit. Reviewed by Luis Gutiérrez The Wine Advocat Terroir al Límit The Wine Advocat 2016 Torroja Vi de Vila Rating 93 Drink Date 2018-2024 The 2016 Torroja Vi de Vila is the village wine that is bottled earlier than the others. The oak is neatly folded

More information

IMMEDIATE INDULGENCE Chateau Montelena "Estate" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum

IMMEDIATE INDULGENCE Chateau Montelena Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum 2005 Chateau Montelena "Estate" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon The 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon is a young, vibrant, dense ruby/purple - colored wine with lots of classic cassis fruit and a touch of earth undertones.

More information

'...The is wonderfully full, luscious and textured, while expressing all the signatures...' - Antonio Galloni, Vinous.

'...The is wonderfully full, luscious and textured, while expressing all the signatures...' - Antonio Galloni, Vinous. The stupendous, long-awaited 2013 Borvia Baroli! '...The 2013... is wonderfully full, luscious and textured, while expressing all the signatures...' - Antonio Galloni, Vinous. 'Stunning wine...98 Points';

More information

Red Bottle Glass. House Wine. Tair D OC Syrah BHD BHD

Red Bottle Glass. House Wine. Tair D OC Syrah BHD BHD House Wine Red Glass Tair D OC Syrah BHD. 12.000 BHD. 4.000 A wonderful ruby red, medium bodied wine. Red berries, subtlewhite pepper and vanilla aromas are supported by a firm structure and spicy finish.

More information

pts Issue th December 2016 Reviewed by Luis Gutiérrez pts pts pts Altos Las Hormigas pts

pts Issue th December 2016 Reviewed by Luis Gutiérrez   pts pts pts Altos Las Hormigas pts Issue 228-30th December 2016 Reviewed by Luis Gutiérrez www.robertparker.com 95 Malbec Appellation Gualtallary 2014 The other appellation Malbec comes from the hottest place (not in temperature, but in

More information

E. Guigal Special Offer

E. Guigal Special Offer E. Guigal Special Offer Including a number of terrific back vintages from some of the Rhone Valley s most famous appelations The Rhône Valley's most influential and important producer, Guigal is almost

More information

Review Vintage. Producer Name Tasting Notes Score. Jan Bitouzet-Prieur. The estate's 2012 Volnay Pitures is the most massively tannic of these

Review Vintage. Producer Name Tasting Notes Score. Jan Bitouzet-Prieur. The estate's 2012 Volnay Pitures is the most massively tannic of these Producer Name Tasting es Score Domaine Pitures The estate's Pitures is the most massively tannic of these 2018 - wines. Dark, rich and powerful, the is laced with black cherries, 93) new leather, cloves

More information

Bordeaux reds from 2000, 2003, 2005

Bordeaux reds from 2000, 2003, 2005 1/12/2017 Bordeaux reds from 2000, 2003, 2005 Bordeaux and Burgundy are two prime classic regions where collectors have long attached vintage variations to stylistic characters of these wines. 2000 Bordeaux

More information

Tasting Notes of Selected Older Vintages by Robert Bath M.S.

Tasting Notes of Selected Older Vintages by Robert Bath M.S. Tasting Notes of Selected Older Vintages by Robert Bath M.S. 1979 Cabernet Sauvignon (Old Label) Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon 22 Months in French Oak Opaque red with some browning on the rim. Ripe dark

More information

G&B & SDK-GROUP -Bulgariana- Our Bulgarian Selections.

G&B & SDK-GROUP -Bulgariana- Our Bulgarian Selections. Our Bulgarian Selections Our company s goal is to select the finest Bulgarian Wines from the best regions and producers and bring them to the world's wine consumers with stringent control from the vineyard,

More information

BOURGOGNE BLANC LES CHAMPLAINS 2015 BOURGOGNE ROUGE LES PERRIERES 2015 SAVIGNY-LES-BEAUNE LES BOURGEOTS 2015

BOURGOGNE BLANC LES CHAMPLAINS 2015 BOURGOGNE ROUGE LES PERRIERES 2015 SAVIGNY-LES-BEAUNE LES BOURGEOTS 2015 DOMAINE SIMON BIZE 2015 Chisa Bize has once again demonstrated the quality and value to be found in Savigny-lès-Beaune with these stunning new releases! BOURGOGNE BLANC LES CHAMPLAINS 2015 BOURGOGNE ROUGE

More information

92 The Wine Advocate

92 The Wine Advocate 2013 northern blend 95% SYRAH 5% VIOGNIER 2013 northern blend 95% SYRAH 5% VIOGNIER 2013 northern blend 95% SYRAH 5% VIOGNIER The The The Signature dark fruits and minerality of the Rocks District of Walla

More information

2016 STEWART FAMILY RESERVE PINOT NOIR

2016 STEWART FAMILY RESERVE PINOT NOIR 2016 STEWART FAMIY WINE STYE Our flagship red wine, the Stewart Family Reserve Pinot Noir is elegant and complex blending Old World charm and New World nuances. It is made in limited quantities and only

More information

ARBAUDE ROSÉ AOP CÔTES DE PROVENCE. BOTTLE SIZE Bordelaise : 37,5cl / 75cl / 150cl

ARBAUDE ROSÉ AOP CÔTES DE PROVENCE. BOTTLE SIZE Bordelaise : 37,5cl / 75cl / 150cl ARBAUDE ROSÉ Arbaude is the name of the main plot of the 5 hectares planted under the Côtes de Provence Appellation. These delightful wines with intense fruit flavours are a perfect match for an aperitif

More information

Bodegas CARODORUM Ctra. Salamanca, Km. 1,6 / Toro, (Zamora) -Spain- Export Department: /

Bodegas CARODORUM Ctra. Salamanca, Km. 1,6 / Toro, (Zamora) -Spain- Export Department: / BODEGA CARMEN RODRÍGUEZ MÉNDEZ - CARODORUM - is a small, family owned, artisan winery situated in the prestigious "pago" of La Cascajera, in the heart of the region of TORO. Quite simply, it was founded

More information

D.O. RIBERA DEL DUERO

D.O. RIBERA DEL DUERO D.O. RIBERA DEL DUERO 91 90 Production 160.000 bottles of 75 cl. DEHESA DE LOS CANONIGOS CRIANZA 2012 88% Tempranillo 12% Cabernet Sauvignon Barrell ageing 15 months in American oak barrells, medium toast,

More information

The Wine Advocate Robert Parker by Antonio Galloni Fiorenzo Nada

The Wine Advocate Robert Parker by Antonio Galloni Fiorenzo Nada The Wine Advocate Robert Parker by Antonio Galloni Fiorenzo 2004 Fiorenzo Barbaresco Rombone Rombone, Treiso, Barbaresco, DRINK: 2009 2019 ESTIMATED COST: $85 WA, #173 Oct 2007 The 2004 Barbaresco Rombone

More information

PRIEST RANCH WINES ESTATE FARMED WINES OF UNCOMMON QUALITY AND CHARACTER

PRIEST RANCH WINES ESTATE FARMED WINES OF UNCOMMON QUALITY AND CHARACTER PRIEST RANCH WINES ESTATE FARMED WINES OF UNCOMMON QUALITY AND CHARACTER Priest Ranch embodies the essence of Napa Valley, from the trailblazing mindset of its establishing pioneers to today s spirit of

More information

Isabelle and Vincent GOUMARD bought the domain in How many years has the family owned the domaine? How many hectares of vines are leased?

Isabelle and Vincent GOUMARD bought the domain in How many years has the family owned the domaine? How many hectares of vines are leased? Domaine Name Family/Owners Name How many years has the family owned the domaine? How many generations? How many hectares of vines are leased? Are your vineyards or wines Organic or Biodynamic Certified?

More information

CHATEAU CHEVAL BLANC SAINT-ÉMILION - FRANCE TÉL : 33 (0)

CHATEAU CHEVAL BLANC SAINT-ÉMILION - FRANCE TÉL : 33 (0) 33330 SAINT-ÉMILION - FRANCE TÉL : 33 (0)5 57 55 55 55 contact@chateau-chevalblanc.com 2014 VINTAGE The 2014 vintage acquired a special charm from being harvested late in the season. The vineyard team

More information

ALAN MCCORKINDALE WAIPARA VALLEY, NZ

ALAN MCCORKINDALE WAIPARA VALLEY, NZ wines new zealand ALAN MCCORKINDALE WAIPARA VALLEY, NZ Alan McCorkindale Wines is a small family business based in the Waipara Valley, Canterbury. Our focus is on creating quality boutique wines with distinct

More information

Tel: + 33 (0)

Tel: + 33 (0) CHATEAU LEOGNAN nestle in the heart of a pastoral estate, teeming with wildlife and protected from the Atlantic by pinewood forests. This estate is a small gem: prior to the acquisition of the estate by

More information

Summer Wines. White Wines

Summer Wines. White Wines Summer Wines Summer calls for an entirely different style of wine than the rest of the year. Instead of the heavy, powerful wines that accompany the cuisine of cooler weather, try something light and refreshing.

More information

Prophet's Rock Pinot Gris Reviews 2014 Vintage

Prophet's Rock Pinot Gris Reviews 2014 Vintage Prophet's Rock Pinot Gris Reviews 2014 Vintage A concentrated Pinot Gris from low-yielding vines (4-5 tonnes/ha) grown in bony, rocky soils. Weighty wine with appealing juicy flavours (pear, apricot, floral

More information

CHABLIS, FRANCE. Version 4, 2018

CHABLIS, FRANCE. Version 4, 2018 CHABLIS, FRANCE Version 4, 2018 Vincent Bartement Best White Wine Maker of the Year 2016 La Chablisienne was founded in 1923. It is 1,261 Ha and has 284 growers. Annually it produces 730,000 cases. The

More information

SEE REVIEWS ON NEXT PAGE

SEE REVIEWS ON NEXT PAGE Tasting Note Bodega Argento Malbec Reserva Tasting Note Deep purple in colour, this Malbec displays delicate aromas of violet, ripe plum and blackberry. Rich and full-bodied, the concentrated black fruit

More information

IT S TIME TO BRING MERLOT BACK

IT S TIME TO BRING MERLOT BACK IT S TIME TO BRING MERLOT BACK WHAT IS MERLOT? Merlot is a wine grape with large, fleshy berries with a dark bluish color. The name is believed to be a diminutive of the French merle, or blackbird. Merlot

More information

Burgundy 2016: a year with strong typicity

Burgundy 2016: a year with strong typicity Burgundy 2016: a year with strong typicity As James himself has said, The 2016 vintage has such a great identity so, if you want a lesson in Burgundy with strong typicity, try the 2016s. A year of transparency

More information

20 Wines All 90+ Points All Under $10!

20 Wines All 90+ Points All Under $10! 20 Wines All 90+ Points All Under $10! The major wine critics use the 100 point scale as a benchmark for the wines they review. Those rated 90 points or more are considered the finest available. It s easy

More information

GRAVES. The elegance of a vineyard PRESS BOOK. Mr and Mrs Lalanne

GRAVES. The elegance of a vineyard PRESS BOOK. Mr and Mrs Lalanne GRAVES The elegance of a vineyard PRESS BOOK Mr and Mrs Lalanne GRAVES The elegance of a vineyard Table of contents 6 7 8 History of Château Lassalle Philosophy of the Labbé Lalanne family The château

More information

AVANT CHARDONNAY. The Wine: Tasting Notes: Serving / Pairing Suggestions: Technical Information: The Vineyard/Terroir: Accolades:

AVANT CHARDONNAY. The Wine: Tasting Notes: Serving / Pairing Suggestions: Technical Information: The Vineyard/Terroir: Accolades: The Wine: The Vineyard/Terroir: 60% Monterey County 39% Mendocino County 1% Santa Barbara and Sonoma Counties Monterey County fruit contributes lemony citrus and mineral notes; Mendocino County adds juicy

More information

DOMAINE DE COLONAT. Bernard et Thomas COLLONGE Vignerons Récoltant. Appellation MORGON Les Charmes Contrôlée 2008 Cuvée Prestige

DOMAINE DE COLONAT. Bernard et Thomas COLLONGE Vignerons Récoltant. Appellation MORGON Les Charmes Contrôlée 2008 Cuvée Prestige Appellation MORGON Les Charmes Contrôlée 2008 Cuvée Prestige Origin: from a selected parcel of Les Charmes in the region of Py de Ruyère with 80-year-old vines. The soil is composed of altered rocks containing

More information

MPAC Wine List White Rose Pinot Noir Willamette Valley, Oregon $ Points International Wine Cellar

MPAC Wine List White Rose Pinot Noir Willamette Valley, Oregon $ Points International Wine Cellar 2012 White Rose Pinot Noir Willamette Valley, Oregon $40 91 Points International Wine Cellar Sexy spice laced dark berry, and cola aromas pick up floral and mineral qualities with air. Silky and expansive

More information

Grenache Blanc (40%), Clairette (20%), Ugni Blanc (15%), Bourboulenc (15%), Picpoul (5%), Viognier (5%)

Grenache Blanc (40%), Clairette (20%), Ugni Blanc (15%), Bourboulenc (15%), Picpoul (5%), Viognier (5%) $54 per bottle WHITE WINE Domaine Santa Duc Côtes du Rhône AOP "Les Grands Calcaires" 2015 Grenache Blanc (40%), Clairette (20%), Ugni Blanc (15%), Bourboulenc (15%), Picpoul (5%), Viognier (5%) Aroma

More information

Vintage Vintage WINE ADVOCATE Neal Martin 88-90

Vintage Vintage WINE ADVOCATE Neal Martin 88-90 Vintage 2016 WINE ADVOCATE Neal Martin 88-90 WINE ENTHUSIAST Roger Voss 90 BEST BUY This ripe, fruity wine has soft tannins and a generous, warm character that makes it already drinkable. Better, however,

More information

2015 Foxen Vineyard Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard Block 43 A Pinot Noir Dry Red Table wine from USA, Central Coast, California, USA,

2015 Foxen Vineyard Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard Block 43 A Pinot Noir Dry Red Table wine from USA, Central Coast, California, USA, 2015 Foxen Vineyard Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard Block 43 Rating: 93+ Drink 2017-2024 Medium ruby-purple colored, the 2015 Pinot Noir Block 43 Bien Nacido Vineyard is scented of cherry cordial and cranberry

More information

REWARDS OF PATIENCE SEVENTH EDITION TASTING NOTES CELLAR RESERVE SANGIOVESE

REWARDS OF PATIENCE SEVENTH EDITION TASTING NOTES CELLAR RESERVE SANGIOVESE This Italian variety has adapted extremely well to Australian conditions. The fruit is particularly intense, with small berries, strong colours, deep flavours and slinky, dry tannin structures. Since the

More information

Crus et Domaines de France. Book 2017

Crus et Domaines de France. Book 2017 Crus et Domaines de France PATACHE EXCUSIVITE Book 2017 THE HISTORY Château la Patache counts 3.20 ha and belongs to MrPeter Kwok and his son Howard since 2012. La Patache is a lieu-ditrelay on the national

More information

Chateau Rauzan-Segla and Chateau Canon Tasting

Chateau Rauzan-Segla and Chateau Canon Tasting Chateau Rauzan-Segla and Chateau Canon Tasting Date : Tuesday, 1 st March, 2016 Time : 6:00pm to 8:00pm Venue : 21/F Hong Kong Wine Vault (Tin Wan) No. of Attendees : 80 Wines Tasted : Chateau Rauzan-Segla

More information

2016 Weingut van Volxem Scharzhofberger P Riesling

2016 Weingut van Volxem Scharzhofberger P Riesling 2016 Weingut van Volxem Scharzhofberger P Riesling 98+ 2026-2050 The 2016 Scharzhofberger P Riesling opens with a deep, pure and smoky bouquet with crunchy slate notes and very fine Riesling aromas that

More information

REWARDS OF PATIENCE SEVENTH EDITION TASTING NOTES BIN 407 CABERNET SAUVIGNON

REWARDS OF PATIENCE SEVENTH EDITION TASTING NOTES BIN 407 CABERNET SAUVIGNON Launched with the 1990 vintage in 1993, Bin 407 was developed in response to the increasing availability of high quality Cabernet Sauvignon fruit. Inspired by Bin 707, Bin 407 offers varietal definition

More information

QUAILS GATE 2015 PINOT NOIR WINE STYLE TASTING & PAIRING WINEMAKING TECHNICAL NOTES. Alc. by volume: 13.5% Residual sweetness: Sweetness code: 0

QUAILS GATE 2015 PINOT NOIR WINE STYLE TASTING & PAIRING WINEMAKING TECHNICAL NOTES. Alc. by volume: 13.5% Residual sweetness: Sweetness code: 0 2015 PINOT NOIR Our flagship wine at Quails Gate and Nikki Callaway, our Winemaker continues to raise the bar with this enigmatic grape. This year s wine is medium bodied in style and shows great complexity

More information

SERVING This young wine will appreciate airing to allow full expression to its aromas. Serve between 16 and 18 C Best consumed within one year.

SERVING This young wine will appreciate airing to allow full expression to its aromas. Serve between 16 and 18 C Best consumed within one year. KOUTOUBIA Appellation d Origine Garantie Coteaux de Mascara Grape Varieties : Grenache Cinsault Alicante Gold Medal at the Concours Mondial Brussels 2015 Koutoubia is a beautifully deep, intense color,

More information

Urmeneta Sauvignon Blanc Chile A crisp, dry white with gooseberry and lime flavours finished off with refreshing balanced acidity.

Urmeneta Sauvignon Blanc Chile A crisp, dry white with gooseberry and lime flavours finished off with refreshing balanced acidity. WHITE WINES FRESH & AROMATIC Urmeneta Sauvignon Blanc 6.70 25 A crisp, dry white with gooseberry and lime flavours finished off with refreshing balanced acidity. Cartagena Riesling, Casa Marin 10 38 Lemon,

More information

Pierre Gaillard Madeloc

Pierre Gaillard Madeloc Pierre Gaillard Vintner in Malleval and other hillsides banyuls & collioure 60 % Grenache Gris, 25 % Vermentino, 15 % Roussanne Vermentino is an aromatic grape variety producing wines with citrus and floral

More information

QUAILS GATE 2016 PINOT NOIR WINE STYLE TASTING & PAIRING WINEMAKING TECHNICAL NOTES. Alc. by volume: 13.5% Residual sweetness: Sweetness code: 0

QUAILS GATE 2016 PINOT NOIR WINE STYLE TASTING & PAIRING WINEMAKING TECHNICAL NOTES. Alc. by volume: 13.5% Residual sweetness: Sweetness code: 0 2016 PINOT NOIR Winemaker Nikki Callaway continues to raise the bar with our wines and this wellcrafted Pinot is no exception. The 2016 growing season provided the ideal conditions for Pinot resulting

More information

Blessed with some of the best grape-growing land in New Zealand s Northland region, The Landing vineyard produces award-winning, sustainable wines.

Blessed with some of the best grape-growing land in New Zealand s Northland region, The Landing vineyard produces award-winning, sustainable wines. THE LANDING CHARDONNAY 2015 Grown on the coastal slopes overlooking the Bay of Islands, the 2015 Chardonnay is an expression of citrus, stonefruit and fine oak flavours, with a long and delicious finish.

More information

Handcrafted in Bordeaux Since 1905

Handcrafted in Bordeaux Since 1905 Handcrafted in Bordeaux Since 1905 Ponty Family The Ponty winery was started by Victor Ponty in 1905. Born in a family of farmers in France, Victor started his wine selling business with a passion for

More information

DOMAINE DE L ARGENTEILLE

DOMAINE DE L ARGENTEILLE DOMAINE DE L ARGENTEILLE A O P L a n g u e d o c - A O P Te r ra s s e s d u L a r z a c - A O P L a n g u e d o c S a i n t S a t u r n i n THE DOMAINE Geographical situation: the Domain of Argenteille

More information

VEUVE FOURNY & FILS France Champagne Champagne Charles and Emmanuel Fourny ,500 cases Lutte Raisonnée

VEUVE FOURNY & FILS France Champagne Champagne Charles and Emmanuel Fourny ,500 cases Lutte Raisonnée VEUVE FOURNY & FILS Country: France Region: Champagne Appellation(s): Champagne Producer: Charles and Emmanuel Fourny Founded: 1856 Annual Production: 12,500 cases Farming: Lutte Raisonnée Website: www.champagne-veuve-fourny.com

More information

Green s - The Rosé Experts The 2017 Vintage has arrived!

Green s - The Rosé Experts The 2017 Vintage has arrived! Green s - The Rosé Experts The 2017 Vintage has arrived! Few wines are as easy-drinking, refreshing or as versatile as rosé. With the warmer days of summer, it is time to start stocking up on these flavorful

More information

$2,980/Btl (only for sale in Realm Experience Set)

$2,980/Btl (only for sale in Realm Experience Set) 18/03/2016 NAPA CULT WINES Caymus / Realm / Shafer / Opus One / Dominus Limited in Quantity / Some by Allocation Only Napa Cult Wine Vintage RP Special Caymus Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (1.5L)

More information

October Dear Valued Partner, it is with great pleasure that we present Masseto 2014.

October Dear Valued Partner, it is with great pleasure that we present Masseto 2014. 2014 October 2017 Dear Valued Partner, it is with great pleasure that we present Masseto 2014. This vintage goes into our history books as one of the longest & latest harvests ever... even later than the

More information

ALAN MCCORKINDALE WAIPARA VALLEY, NZ

ALAN MCCORKINDALE WAIPARA VALLEY, NZ wines new zealand ALAN MCCORKINDALE WAIPARA VALLEY, NZ Alan McCorkindale Wines is a small family business based in the Waipara Valley, Canterbury. Our focus is on creating quality boutique wines with distinct

More information

Release of Domaine Perrot-Minot We are pleased to release the 2011 vintage of Domaine Perrot-Minot

Release of Domaine Perrot-Minot We are pleased to release the 2011 vintage of Domaine Perrot-Minot Release of Domaine Perrot-Minot 2011 We are pleased to release the 2011 vintage of Domaine Perrot-Minot In Christophe Perrot-Minot s own words, 2011 required both vigilance and diligence because it's one

More information

Flavours of passion fruit and gooseberry combine with mineral acidity, creating a truly refreshing wine

Flavours of passion fruit and gooseberry combine with mineral acidity, creating a truly refreshing wine A medium, fruity wine; well-balanced and lively! 3.80 5.00 6.50 4.30 5.50 7.00 A dry, delightfully elegant wine retaining plenty of fruit flavours Classically off dry in style, with rich flavours of ripe

More information

This week's tasting: Hurley's white Rhone blend and Minervois from the Languedoc

This week's tasting: Hurley's white Rhone blend and Minervois from the Languedoc Snug Harbor Wine. Located at 459 Washington St. Duxbury Like us on Facebook! http://www.facebook.com/snugharborwine Share Tweet Forward This week's tasting: Hurley's white Rhone blend and Minervois from

More information

SPARKLING. JC Le Roux Le Domaine 155. JC Le Roux Le Domaine {Non-Alcoholic} 150. JC Le Roux La Chanson 155. JC Le Roux Le Fleurette 155

SPARKLING. JC Le Roux Le Domaine 155. JC Le Roux Le Domaine {Non-Alcoholic} 150. JC Le Roux La Chanson 155. JC Le Roux Le Fleurette 155 SPARKLING JC Le Roux Le Domaine 155 APPELLATION: Western Cape TASTING: This appealing Sparkling wine has all the finesse and freshness of Sauvignon Blanc intertwined with the sweetness of the Muscadel

More information

WHITES AND ROSÉS - BY THE GLASS AND BOTTLE

WHITES AND ROSÉS - BY THE GLASS AND BOTTLE WHITES AND ROSÉS - BY THE GLASS AND BOTTLE LES BLANCS KIR 10 Chardonnay and creme de cassis. KIR ROYAL 12 Sparkling wine and creme de cassis. MIMOSA 9 27 Sparkling wine and fresh orange juice. VEUVE PARISOT

More information

CHATEAU PIERHEM (Pomerol AOC)

CHATEAU PIERHEM (Pomerol AOC) (Pomerol AOC) Quantity: 10 000 bottles. Grape variety: 100 % Merlot. Surface: 1.8 ha. Plant density: 6600 plants per hectare. Soil type: Sandy-gravel, with iron oxides named "crasse de fer". Subsoil type:

More information

VINTAGE AND CELLARING GUIDE

VINTAGE AND CELLARING GUIDE VINTAGE AND CELLARING GUIDE R.I.P. DRINK NOW DRINK SOON DRINK OR HOLD HOLD NOT YET RELEASED Wine is past its best drinking (although if well stored, it may surprise). Fully mature and nothing to be gained

More information

OUR WINES. A comprehensive enthusiast s guide

OUR WINES. A comprehensive enthusiast s guide OUR WINES A comprehensive enthusiast s guide INSIDE MAISON CASTEL MERLOT 1 MAISON CASTEL CHARDONNAY 2 AOC CÔTES DU RHÔNES GRENACHE - SYRAH 3 CHATEAU CAVALIER CÔTES DE PROVINCE CUVÉE MARAFIANCE 4 CHATEAU

More information

The 2016 vintage a grand, classique vintage. The 2015 vintage a great vintage that will go down in the history of Burgundy.

The 2016 vintage a grand, classique vintage. The 2015 vintage a great vintage that will go down in the history of Burgundy. The 2016 vintage a grand, classique vintage. After a stunning 2015 vintage and a spring that was disrupted by climatic ups and downs, we wondered if Burgundy would be able to produce wines in 2016 that

More information

HISTORY OF THE ESTATE

HISTORY OF THE ESTATE HISTORY OF THE ESTATE In 1783, Pierre de Belleyme, an engineer and cartographer for the king, recorded Boutisse on his famous map of Guyenne. Later, Edouard Ferret recorded his notes about Boutisse in

More information

The best vintages of Chateau Giscours are: 2016, 2015, 2014, 2012, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2005, 2001, 2000 and 1961.

The best vintages of Chateau Giscours are: 2016, 2015, 2014, 2012, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2005, 2001, 2000 and 1961. Chateau Giscours Margaux Chateau Giscours History Chateau Giscours was first written about in 1330. At the time, it was listed on historical records as a fortified property. The first reference to Giscours

More information

Are you dreaming of a White Christmas or, a Red Christmas?

Are you dreaming of a White Christmas or, a Red Christmas? Are you dreaming of a White Christmas or, a Red Christmas? 12 Wines of Christmas My True Love Gave to Me These made it to Santa s NICE LIST! (Each Wine received a 90+ Points Wine Review and Rating) Wine

More information

Pierre Gaillard Cottebrune

Pierre Gaillard Cottebrune Pierre Gaillard Vintner in Malleval and other hillsides faugères Surface area: 1 hectare Grape varieties: 33 % Roussane, 33 % Vermentino and 33 % Grenache Blanc Soils: brown schist Yield: 16hl/ha The grapes

More information

Katnook Prodigy. Katnook Prodigy Shiraz is one of 65 wines listed in the Excellent category of the Langton s VI, Classification of Australian Wine.

Katnook Prodigy. Katnook Prodigy Shiraz is one of 65 wines listed in the Excellent category of the Langton s VI, Classification of Australian Wine. Katnook Prodigy 12th Vintage Release Katnook Prodigy Shiraz is one of 65 wines listed in the Excellent category of the Langton s VI, Classification of Australian Wine. Katnook Estate creates two Limited

More information

Our Ship has Come In

Our Ship has Come In Our Ship has Come In We ve told many of our customers over the last two months that we were expecting an enormous shipment of wine from France. They re here and what a selection we have all shipped in

More information

B E R T I N E R I E B E R T I N E R I E

B E R T I N E R I E B E R T I N E R I E GRAND VIN DE BORDEAUX CHATEAU B E R T I N E R I E CRU RESERVE du Château BERTINERIE CHATEAU BERTINERIE enjamin du Château BERTINERIE APPELLATION D ORIGINE CONTROLLEE SCEA BANTEGNIES ET FILS VIGNOBLE B

More information

Dry Riesling Tasting notes. Winemaking notes. Technical data

Dry Riesling Tasting notes. Winemaking notes. Technical data Dry Riesling Dry Riesling 2016 Bright, light straw-yellow colour, very pale on the edge. This has a softly presented, refreshing nose with fragrant aromas of exotic white florals, lime fruit, with nuances

More information

Château La Louvière Red

Château La Louvière Red Château La Louvière Red Chateau : Château La Louvière Château La Louvière has many fascinating facets. The sumptuous architecture of the château building dates from the late 18th century, but winegrowing

More information

- DOMAINE - La Hitaire. Armin etrémy Grassa VIN DE PAYS DES CÔTES DE GASCOGNE

- DOMAINE - La Hitaire. Armin etrémy Grassa VIN DE PAYS DES CÔTES DE GASCOGNE - DOMAINE - La Hitaire Armin etrémy Grassa VIN DE PAYS DES CÔTES DE GASCOGNE EN Armin and Remy Grassa are brothers in life and in their work. Sons of Yves Grassa, the famous Gascon wine grower, they have

More information

COMPLICITY BETWEEN BROTHER AND SISTER WINEGROWERS: A SINGLE AND MODERN CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE SIGNATURE!

COMPLICITY BETWEEN BROTHER AND SISTER WINEGROWERS: A SINGLE AND MODERN CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE SIGNATURE! COMPLICITY BETWEEN BROTHER AND SISTER WINEGROWERS: A SINGLE AND MODERN CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE SIGNATURE! CHÂTEAUNEUF DU PAPE In the 14th century, the Poes chose Châteauneuf as the location for their summer

More information