Daily Archives: May 20, 2009

Egly-Ouriet Brut Tradition Disgorged 2008

Posted on May 20, 2009 by Ray Johnson

Egly-Ouriet, Champagne, Grand Cru, Brut Tradition nv In the nose there is citrus, bruised apples and brown spices as in an apple pie. In keeping with the house style, the acidity is quite profound. This wine is quite tight, very … Continue reading →

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Sparkling Pointe Brut Seduction 2000

Posted on May 20, 2009 by Ray Johnson

Sparkling Pointe, North Fork of Long Island, Brut Seduction 2000 In the nose there are fresh and browned apples.  In the mouth there is also a sense of citrus, with pastry richness and note of custard. This is an elegant … Continue reading →

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Charles Heidsieck Brut Reserve

Posted on May 20, 2009 by Ray Johnson

Charles Heidsieck, Champagne, Brut Reserve nv This wine has developed toastiness, nuttiness and a sense of bread dough. The texture is lovely, creamy yet refreshingly acidic. This new bottling was disgorged in 2008 and given a hefty price increase over … Continue reading →

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Bouillot Perle de Vigne

Posted on May 20, 2009 by Ray Johnson

Louis Bouillot, Cremant de Bourgogne, Perle de Vigne, Grande Reserve, Brut nv There’s a moderate level of concentration and a good deal of complexity for the price. The grapes behind this methode traditionnelle are Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Gamay and Aligote. … Continue reading →

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Korbel Natural 2006

Posted on May 20, 2009 by Ray Johnson

Korbel, Russian River Valley Champagne, Natural’ Méthode Champenoise 2006 As in previous vintages, there’s a nice sense of green apples through and through, making this arguably Korbel’s best and most refreshing sparkler. 70% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay; the style was … Continue reading →

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