Daily Archives: April 14, 2009

Chateau Gravas 2005

Posted on April 14, 2009 by RJ

Chateau Gravas, Sauternes 2005 The nose features honey, flowers and minerality with an appropriate amount of volatility.  In the mouth, the honey-essence and caramel are there in a light-bodied format with a touch of spiritous character. Previously I wrote: This … Continue reading →

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Chateau Grand-Puy Ducasse 2005

Posted on April 14, 2009 by RJ

Chateau Grand-Puy Ducasse, Pauillac, Grand Cru Classe 2005 The nose features sweet black fruit, earthiness and wet stones. In the mouth there is an appropriate amount of acidity, a little on the tart side with ripe tannins and a moderate … Continue reading →

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Gourgonnier Red 2006

Posted on April 14, 2009 by RJ

Mas de Gourgonnier, Les Baux de Provence, Rouge 2006 As in previous vintages, the band-aids are working in tandem with the black fruits. The mouth also repeats a similar profile in that it is quite gripping with much astringency. The … Continue reading →

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Andre Vatan Sancerre 2007

Posted on April 14, 2009 by RJ

Domaine André Vatan, Sancerre, Les Charmes 2007 The style point has always been lean and green, offering a sense of the appellation without the over $20 price of the more concentrated offerings. This vintage sports minerality, pipi de chat and … Continue reading →

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