Category: Loire
Loire
This bottle was an impulse purchase; I like Chenin Blanc and it hangs around forever. Vouvray le Haut-Lieu Demi-Sec 1985, S.A. Huët The nose smells of old Chenin Blanc, …
Loire
We skipped Christmas pudding and moved onto a sweetie in place of dessert. Bonnezeaux 1997, Château de Fesles A rich, voluptuous, hedonistic nose of candied fruit, minerality and one …
Burgundy
At the quite brilliant two-star Mugaritz we had three nice things, all much better than the dross Albarino we were generally obliged to order. Savennières Trie Speciale 2000, Domaine …
Loire
I was first introduced to Savennières on a trip to the Loire. We visited Pierre Soulez first and I was instantly sold on his wines. They are very concentrated …
Burgundy
Riesling Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spatlese 1995, Joh. Jos. Prum Quite petrolly, but with a very pure lime flavour. The palate is nice and concentrated with quite frightening acidity. Real focus …
Loire
I’ve had Coulée de Serrant loads of times and I’ve always hated it. I like Savennières very much, but what is supposedly the ultimate has always struck me as …
Loire
I’ve had a bit of Eric Morgat Savennieres recently, I quite liked them. However, I think this is a bit better. Savennieres Clos du Papillon 2000, Domaine des Baumards …
Loire
What is a celebration without excess? The road of excess leads to the palace of wisdom, after all. A bottle of wine each seems easy going on such a …
Loire
After the wild craziness of the 2002, I decided to try a less ripe vintage. I am drinking it at room temperature this time, but it would be fine …
Loire
I don’t really like Sauvignon Blanc on its own but some are quite good; this is one of my favourites. Not only is it a good wine, it is …
