Brotte's 2008 Les Brottiers Cotes du Rhone presents great value for a classic blend of Rhone varietals. This is a classy Chateauneuf du Pape producer's entry level Rhone and it's done well. A typically French, more austere, drier style, but there's fine balance and acidity. … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2015
2010 Finca Flichman Syrah Roble
Finca Flichman produces a wide selection of entry level wines and their 2010 Syrah represents pretty decent value. An easy going style - think mid week barbeque. A bit of a shrug for me - nothing offensive, but nothing driving me to pick up another bottle. Still, the price … [Read more...]
2008 The Stump Jump
D'Arenberg's 2008 The Stump Jump is an easy going entry level wine from the d'Arenberg family winery. This is a straight forward, McLaren Vale "GSM" composed of Grenache, Shiraz (Syrah) and Mouvedre. Juicy, soft, and highly "gulpable". ($15 at BCLCB) Good … [Read more...]
Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose Champagne (NV)
Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose Champagne (NV) Billecart's classic pale salmon colour takes you to a super blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier. A beautiful richness, virtually no tannins, and a relatively low dosage all combine to make an easy to enjoy wine. A … [Read more...]
2011 Bodegas Chandon Malbec Terrazas de Los Andes
A balanced and juicy Malbec. This represents pretty decent value. Delicious dark fruit with a hint of smoke – silky from start to finish with no need to cellar. We went for the whole Argentinian experience and paired it with a Matambre using Lourdes Castro`s … [Read more...]