Tasting Notes of Wines around the World
The colour is medium gold, with a fine perlage. On the nose at first very subtle. When it opens, scents of bread crust, pastry and vanilla appears. In the mouth vibrant bubbles. The aftertaste is medium long.
A tribute to the statesman and Pol-Roger fan Winston Churchill, this champagne is only produced in the best vintages and presents itself after almost 10 years of maturation. Continue reading “Cuvée Sir Winston Churchill 2013”
The colour is medium gold, with a fine perlage. On the nose discrete, with sensation of cheese, almonds and candied fruits. In the mouth elegant. The aftertaste is medium long.
Cristal 2014 was made by Louis Roederer with 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay grapes. 32% of the wines were vinified in oak barrels. The dosage was 7 grams per litre. The 2014 vintage was characterised by strong contrasts in terms of climate. Continue reading “Cristal 2014”
The colour is medium gold, with fine but very few bubbles. On the nose ginger, lemon, apples, peaches. In the mouth rich, with a rather long aftertaste.
This Cava is made by Juvé & Camps with a blend of 55% Xarel·lo, 35% Macabeo and 10% Parellada grapes. This sparkling wine spent 36 months sur lie. Continue reading “Juvé & Camps Gran Reserva Brut Nature 2018”
The colour is medium tawny, still clear and lively. On the nose mandarins, cooked black fruits, mushrooms. In the mouths silky and well balanced. The aftertaste is savoury and last for a while.
For this bottle I had very low expectations: 1975 was a tough vintage and the wine level in this bottle was barely mid-shoulder. I was afraid it wasn’t drinkable. Instead, what a surprise! The wine was not only drinkable but even enjoyable! Continue reading “Château Mouton Rothschild 1975”
The colour is medium purple. On the nose cherries, anise, dark chocolate, a lot of spices and some menthol notes. In the mouth herbaceous, well balanced, with a pleasantly tasting finish. The aftertaste is pretty long.
Guvrin Stream is made by Tel Maresha Winery with a blend of 50% Pinotage and 50% Syrah grapes, under the Judean Hills appellation of Israel. Continue reading “Guvrin Stream 2020”
The colour is deep ruby. On the nose very fruity. Blackberries, plums, cherries, and pomegranate. In the mouth medium body, round and silky, with smooth tannins and a nice acidity. The aftertaste is pretty long and chocolate tasting.
This Bordeaux-style wine is made by Teperberger winery by blending 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc, 30% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot grapes. Continue reading “Teperberger Inspire Meritage 2019”
The colour is deep ruby, with garnet reflections. On the nose black cherries, plums, black tea, cinnamon. In the mouth well structured and balanced. The tannins are velvety. The aftertaste is very pleasant but not especially long.
This wine is made in Greve in Chianti by Querciabella. The estate’s signature Super Tuscan since 1981, Camartina is a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Sangiovese. Some 18’000 bottles are produced each year. Continue reading “Camartina 2008”
The colour is pitch black. The texture very dense, almost solid. On the nose scents of burnt sugar, toffee, bitter orange marmalade, and balsamic notes. In the mouth thick, velvety, and very sweet. The aftertaste is long, although less tasty than I was expecting.
Overall, for my taste this Pedro Ximénez is a bit too sweet. Continue reading “Pedro Ximenez Solera Fundacional 1905”
The colour is pale gold. At pouring there are a lot of bubbles, but they disappear quickly. On the nose citrus fruits, marzipan, gingerbread and butter. In the mouth very tasty but “tiring”. The aftertaste is medium long, but acidic.
This iconic Champagne is made by Krug. The House was established in Reims in 1843, by Joseph Krug. In January 1999 it became part of LVMH portfolio. Continue reading “Krug Grande Cuvée 170ème Edition”
The colour is medium straw, with many bubbles appearing at pouring and then almost completely disappearing. On the nose grilled almonds, brioche and some fennel. In the mouth very fresh and citrusy. The aftertaste is long, but overly discreet.
Grand Siècle’s assemblage is based on three principles that have become immutable: Continue reading “Grand Siècle Brut N°25”