Category: Buying recommendations
Buying recommendations
My apologies for not having recommendations for the last couple of months. I can only plead illness as an excuse. Brunello Di Montalcino Riserva 2001, Fulgni: One for those …
Alsace
Last night as I dozed in bed I started thinking about one of my favourite producers: Jean Boxler. As well as being a charming fellow, he has made some …
Buying recommendations
I feel this month’s recommendations are terribly reasonably priced for the quality they represent. Champagne Blanc des Blancs Cuvée du Centenaire, Alfred Gratien: One of the best NV Blanc …
Buying recommendations
Bearing in mind decent wine starts from around a tenner a bottle, this month I have tried to find some wines that are in that price bracket. Even I …
Buying recommendations
The buying recommendations are a bit early this month. This is partly because I am bored and stuck in front of the computer whilst the cleaner is working her …
Burgundy
The first offers for 2005 Burgundy are coming out around now. All I can say is, “Fill your boots, this is a great vintage”. For those who missed them …
Buying recommendations
Here are some wines that should keep you happy in the new year, one of which I am drinking as I write. Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2000, J et F …
Buying recommendations
Christmas is a break from work so is an ideal time to eat and drink. If one is cooking a baroque feast it only seems reasonable to have something …
Buying recommendations
I’ve got some 2003 Port, and so should anybody with a cellar. Buying magnums might be a bit crazy, though…. Vintage Port 2003, Fonseca: Even in this beast of …
Buying recommendations
A few older vintages of stuff this month. Volnay Premier Cru les Santenots 1990, Lafon: A brilliant, blazing star of intensity. My last bottle of this is still in …
