Category: France
Burgundy
We paid a visit to Oxford yesterday where we ate a truly marvelous chicken. Was nice to see the family. We drank well, too. Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru les Ruchots …
Burgundy
The final wine for christmas day. This one is a magnum. Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru les Gruenchers “Vieille Vigne” 2002, Domaine Fourrier en magnum A bright nose of fresh, ripe …
Alsace
… But, bollocks, I am going to try. This really is the cat’s arse, opened to have with pan-fried foie gras Riesling Grand Cru Schlossberg Vendanges Tardives “Trie Speciale” …
Burgundy
Many people have raved about the Bret Brothers, and only a slightly smaller number have then gone on to make a joke about their name. This many have lighter-fluid …
Burgundy
Many people have raved about the Bret Brothers, and only a slightly smaller number have then gone on to make a joke about their name. This many have lighter-fluid …
Rhône
Steak mirabeau for dinner tonight, and with it something accessible and fruity. Saint-Joseph “Les Royes” 2004, Domaine Courbis A charming nose of fresh red fruit with a grind of …
Burgundy
Back on the booze. Hooray! And it is Burgundy, what more could a chap ask for? Morey-Saint-Denis “Clos Solon” Vieille Vigne 2001, Domaine Fourrier Yum, this smells quite ripe …
Bordeaux
Sorry I have not been posting notes of late. I have been violently ill which has made drinking wine a lot less possible. Yesterday and today I seem to …
Other
I picked this up from my cellar in Oxford on my last visit. It is a bit young still, but very drinkable. Bandole Cuvee Speciale la Miguoa 1998, Domaine …
Alsace
The wines of Bruno Sorg are great value, always worth a punt when you see them. This is particularly true of this wine and the old vines flavour. Riesling …
