Hennessy Paradis

20 August 2017

This is one of the outstanding examples of the noble spirit made northeast of Bordeaux.

Cognac is produced through a double distillation of a very basic wine made mainly with the white grape Ugni Blanc. The wine itself is low in alcohol, high in acidity and not really drinkable. Continue reading “Hennessy Paradis”

Collezione 50 2012

13 August 2017

This Salento IGT produced by Cantine San Marzano is officially priced at 29.90 CHF, but is currently selling at both Denner and Otto’s for 17.50 CHF.

The wine is the enjoyable result of a blend of Negroamaro and Primitivo, the two main red grape varieties of Puglia. Rich in well matured, but not overripe, fruits. Continue reading “Collezione 50 2012”

Domaine Mercouri 2015

16 July 2017

A pleasant basic red wine made with Refosco (of Italian origin) and (indigenous) Mavrodaphne grapes. This is the main red wine produced by Mercouri Estate, a very charming property located close to the port of Katakolo.

I discovered this family owned estate, established in 1864, last year while cruising. Continue reading “Domaine Mercouri 2015”

Luccarelli Old Vines 2015

9 July 2017

From 60 years old vines. Powerful, fruity and fairly persistent. Unfortunately, it doesn’t suit my taste.

In my opinion the Primitivo grape has some clear limits on how far it can go in producing good wines. The very old vines make this Primitivo di Manduria special. Continue reading “Luccarelli Old Vines 2015”

Cesanese 2013

2 July 2017

Didn’t know this kind of grape existed till I visited Frascati a few months ago and discovered that it is an autoctone variety from Lazio. This one is a IGT, but there is also a Cesanese del Piglio DOCG (also from Lazio).

Didn’t have much expectations, given the general mediocrity of the Frascati, Continue reading “Cesanese 2013”

Aigle les Murailles 2016 (vs 2015)

25 June 2017

10 days ago, I posted about the 2015 vintage. I’m surprised the 2016 is even better. I highly appreciated the 2015. Three days ago, at my birthday dinner, I tasted (for the first time) the 2016 vintage with friends.

The 2016 is very expressive, fruity and beautifully fresh, Continue reading “Aigle les Murailles 2016 (vs 2015)”