Val Do Couso
Val di Suga (Angelini)
Vigna Spuntali Brunello di Montalcino Sangiovese 2007
It’s incredible, this wine doesn’t look like it’s aged a day since I first tried it 9 years ago at the winery. A deep purple color in the glass that barely fades at the rim. The nose is soft and pure brunello, dusty earthy notes of sour cherry, anise sand a touch of dried porcini. The palate shows wonderful structure and acidity for 15 years of age. Rich fruit notes with notes of dark earth lead to dusty, drying tannins. The finish seems everlasting with acidity dancing on the tongue along with a hint of spice. I really do wonder how far this would have gone. Wonderful wine! — 2 years ago
Zarate
Val do Salnés Albariño
the sancerre sauvignon blanc of spain — 3 months ago
Pazo de Señorans
Val do Salnés Rías Baixas Albariño 2021
Owner TomeVinos wine shops, WSET Level 3, Blogger www.spanishwinesandmore.com, blog.tomevinos.com
Love it. One of my favorite #albariño — 10 months ago
Val di Toro
Alfa Tauri Maremma Toscana Sangiovese Rosé 2020
Distinct grapefruit zest matched with savory, dried cherry notes. Lovely copper orange color & medium bodied. Very much a food rose- did well with a dish of Argentinian wild shrimp with chick peas, onions, lemon zest, garlic& butter etc. . A Tuscan maker I will remember-oh, and women vintners do it better. They just do… — 2 years ago
Antoine Bouvet
Extra Brut Champagne Blend 2014
Pale yellow with effusive minuscule bubbles. Highly expressive aromas right out of the gate with toast with a dab of honey and smoke. Apples abound initially upon opening. Very pretty, delicate citrus notes of lemon zest and apricots. White grapes and really inviting spice. Dried fruit comes back with a warm embrace.
I’ve talked glowingly about these Bouvet champagnes before and will continue to do so because he just does not miss. The last vintage he made with his grandfather and though it’s oh so young, it exceeds expectations. Tiny production because most of the grapes are sold to Bollinger. Zero dosage so the terroir speaks clearly and the zippy acidity is pure. Composed of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from Avenay Val D’Or, Bisseuil, and Mareuil sur Ay and disgorged in early 2020.
Very inviting in the mouth. No dosage isn’t everyone’s cup of tea but this is so warm and generous. Vibrant and engaging with orange and apricot notes. Toasty bread and hazelnuts along with chalk and sea spray. Exquisite minerality. These are exciting grower champagnes that seemingly only get better. — 2 years ago
James Mosman
Good. Definitely can do another bottle. — 2 months ago