The colour is medium purple. At first the nose is dominated by animal musk. Fortunately, with some air it fades away and leaves space to more pleasant earthy notes and some prunes. In the mouth an explosion of savour characterises the final. An enjoyment that seems to finish abruptly, only to surprise a few seconds later by coming back for a long-lasting aftertaste rich in fruity sensations. Continue reading “Côte-Rôtie Brune et Blonde de Vidal-Fleury 2009”
Month: March 2020
WINE DEAL IN SWISS STORE! Séptima Gran Reserva 2015
Currently selling for 9.95 CHF at Coop. 50% off the regular price of 19.95 CHF.
So far, my posts have been inspired mainly by grape varieties and wine regions. From now on I will also write about wines which are on special offer and that I judge to be good deals. At 10 CHF Séptima Gran Reserva 2015 is one of them. Continue reading “WINE DEAL IN SWISS STORE! Séptima Gran Reserva 2015”
Domaine des Remizières Cuvée Particulière 2013
The colour is pale gold. On the nose raspberry liqueur and almonds. In the mouth pretty tasty, with an aftertaste that last for quite a while.
This wine is made with 100% Marsanne grapes by Domaine des Remizières, a family owned estate located in the commune of Mercurol, in the northern Rhône Valley. Continue reading “Domaine des Remizières Cuvée Particulière 2013”
Chateau Roslane 2017
On the nose at first Brussels sprouts. Overall, a rather artificial wine that doesn’t deliver much pleasure, neither in the mouth nor in the aftertaste.
This wine has been produced in the Meknès region of Morocco by Les Celliers de Meknès. It is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. At Casablanca airport it sells for 20-25 EUR. Continue reading “Chateau Roslane 2017”
Fausto 2015
The colour is medium straw. On the nose hazelnut, accompanied by mineral sensations. In the mouth fresh, with an aftertaste that reminds of the hazelnut first perceived on the nose.
This wine is made entirely with Timorasso grapes by Vigne Marina Coppi. It is dedicated to the winemaker’s grandfather: Fausto Coppi, an Italian cyclist of international fame. Continue reading “Fausto 2015”