Hugel et Fils

Gentil Alsace Sylvaner Blend 2023

9.1

Another excellent vintage of this Alsatian classic. Blend of Gewurtztraminer (30%), Pinot Gris (24%), Riesling (19%), Sylvaner (18%), Pinot Blanc (6%) and Muscatel (3%). Pale yellow color with light green highlights. Fresh aromas and flavors of green apple, Asian pear, white flowers, quince, lemon and tropical fruit. Touch of spice on the long, nutty and crisp finish. Medium bodied and well balanced. Bracing acidity, nice structure and bone dry. So fresh and clean. Thanks for the glass, Chris B! — 17 days ago

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Bollinger

La Grande Année Brut Chardonnay - Pinot Noir Rosé Blend 1990

Jay Kline

9.5

The label was in absolute tatters but all other signs appeared to be good with this bottle. Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of an hour. The 1990 Grand Année Rosé pours a deep coral color with very little mousse that dissipates in the glass quickly. On the nose, this was funky initially so we tossed it in the decanter which freshened it up. After 30min, it was positively singing! Desiccated strawberry, crème brûlée, pink flowers, and fino sherry. On the palate, the wine is dry with high acid. This showed remarkable power which was so impressive. I can’t say I’ve ever had a Rosé with quite this amount of age but boy did it ever work. If anyone has any of these laying around; I might suggest giving it a splash in the decanter for 30min first. Drink now. — a month ago

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Bollinger

Brut Rosé Champagne Blend

Tom burden

8.9

Bit musky was slightly flat, little woody aftertaste — 2 months ago

Perrier-Jouët

Belle Epoque Brut Champagne Pinot Meunier Blend 2014

Andrew McIntyre

9.4

Second time drinking and liked it so much more this time! Fresh and complex...really enjoyable drinking!Extra point for the beautiful bottle — 3 days ago

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