Okay, so we’ve had Gentaz and Verset along with a ridiculous collection of other truly great wines; the likes of which could have easily stood very much on their own and been the showpiece of the night. But we weren’t finished yet. So why not another mythical creature? Chave’s Vin de Paille is so rare. It’s only been made a dozen or so times in history and always in tiny numbers. The 1990 Vin de Paille pours like a liquid Tiger’s eye with notes of persimmons, golden raisins, and peach crisp. So rich and yet, not cloying. An amazing pairing with foie toast and candied chestnuts. Drink now through infinity. Honestly, I don’t know how a wine like this ever dies unless it lives a hard life.
Okay, so we’ve had Gentaz and Verset along with a ridiculous collection of other truly great wines; the likes of which could have easily stood very much on their own and been the showpiece of the night. But we weren’t finished yet. So why not another mythical creature? Chave’s Vin de Paille is so rare. It’s only been made a dozen or so times in history and always in tiny numbers. The 1990 Vin de Paille pours like a liquid Tiger’s eye with notes of persimmons, golden raisins, and peach crisp. So rich and yet, not cloying. An amazing pairing with foie toast and candied chestnuts. Drink now through infinity. Honestly, I don’t know how a wine like this ever dies unless it lives a hard life.
Mar 17th, 2024
Truly insane back-of-the-cellar find - father in law is not sure how he acquired it, but it’s covered in mold and probably would have been happy sitting there for another 30 years. Intense and complex bruised stone fruit, golden raisins, dandelions, honeysuckle, and other florals. Nutty and rich, more bass notes than Sauternes that I’ve been lucky enough to try. The going price for this 375ml is dizzying, feeling very fortunate for the opportunity. Enjoyed after dinner with birthday cake!
Truly insane back-of-the-cellar find - father in law is not sure how he acquired it, but it’s covered in mold and probably would have been happy sitting there for another 30 years. Intense and complex bruised stone fruit, golden raisins, dandelions, honeysuckle, and other florals. Nutty and rich, more bass notes than Sauternes that I’ve been lucky enough to try. The going price for this 375ml is dizzying, feeling very fortunate for the opportunity. Enjoyed after dinner with birthday cake!
Jun 25th, 2018
Hermitage, Northern Rhône, Rhône, France
