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Lindy Hemsley

Location: London, United Kingdom


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Lindy Hemsley replied to a topic in Snooth Talk: Gundlach Bundschu Visit ... (Sonoma Valley).
On Nov 6

Thanks for bringing back memories of outstanding tastings at GunBun. It seems a world away on this grey London morning but your notes have brought it closer.

On Oct 30

An instant almond rush on nose. In mouth, citrus fruit then distinctly floral right at the back of an extremely deep palate. Oak ageing gives a toasted nutty finish, ending with a refreshing touch...

On Oct 30

Rhone character in the herbs and spices here, but more New World-style in being all about the deliciously warm fruit . Light-med bodied, though, so not rich or heavy.

Lindy Hemsley reviewed Savia Viva Penedès Tinto "Clasico" 2008. (3.5/5)
On Oct 30

Sweet chocolatey blackcurrant fruit freshened with a hint of crisp green veg and light mouthfeel. A whisper of liquorice on the finish.

Soft red fruit, smooth texture, and an unusual, highly appealing sweet/savoury character to which I frustratingly cannot put a name. Suggestions please.

Lindy Hemsley reviewed The Naked Grape Riesling Pfalz 2007. (3/5)
On Oct 26

"How 'off-dry'?" I wondered, deliberating over this. Then bought it, as Loosen never lets me down. And he didn't. It's barely off-dry at all, just crisp apple and...

The Naked Grape Riesling Pfalz 2007

Starting at $78.75 Snoothrank: 3/5
Lindy Hemsley is now friends with po54.
On Oct 24
Lindy Hemsley is now friends with Nish.
On Oct 15
amour left Lindy Hemsley a public message:
On Oct 10

"Thanks for responding.
Will be in touch asap!
BURGUNDY IS INDEED SPECIAL AND DESERVES A VERY DISTINCTIVE COLLECTION. WILL GIVE IDEAS WHEN WE RECONVENE.

MEANWHILE, REMEMBER THAT IN MOREY ST-DENIS
THERE ARE MANY SUPERLATIVE VINEYARDS....
CLOS de TART, CLOS des Lambrays and Bonnes Mares.
Happy drinking!!!!"
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Lindy Hemsley replied to a topic in Snooth Talk: Tasting Party: Pinot Noirs from around the World.
On Oct 9

Hi Rachel I'm sorry you had a bad experience with Tasmanian pinot. It's not actually such a warm climate, its weather is about the same as London/Northern Europe with long very cold...

On Oct 30

An instant almond rush on nose. In mouth, citrus fruit then distinctly floral right at the back of an extremely deep palate. Oak ageing gives a toasted nutty finish, ending with a refreshing touch...

On Oct 30

Rhone character in the herbs and spices here, but more New World-style in being all about the deliciously warm fruit . Light-med bodied, though, so not rich or heavy.

Lindy Hemsley reviewed Savia Viva Penedès Tinto "Clasico" 2008. (3.5/5)
On Oct 30

Sweet chocolatey blackcurrant fruit freshened with a hint of crisp green veg and light mouthfeel. A whisper of liquorice on the finish.

Soft red fruit, smooth texture, and an unusual, highly appealing sweet/savoury character to which I frustratingly cannot put a name. Suggestions please.

Lindy Hemsley reviewed The Naked Grape Riesling Pfalz 2007. (3/5)
On Oct 26

"How 'off-dry'?" I wondered, deliberating over this. Then bought it, as Loosen never lets me down. And he didn't. It's barely off-dry at all, just crisp apple and...

The Naked Grape Riesling Pfalz 2007

Starting at $78.75 Snoothrank: 3/5
amour left Lindy Hemsley a public message:
On Oct 10

"Thanks for responding.
Will be in touch asap!
BURGUNDY IS INDEED SPECIAL AND DESERVES A VERY DISTINCTIVE COLLECTION. WILL GIVE IDEAS WHEN WE RECONVENE.

MEANWHILE, REMEMBER THAT IN MOREY ST-DENIS
THERE ARE MANY SUPERLATIVE VINEYARDS....
CLOS de TART, CLOS des Lambrays and Bonnes Mares.
Happy drinking!!!!"
reply

Lindy Hemsley replied to a topic in Snooth Talk: Gundlach Bundschu Visit ... (Sonoma Valley).
On Nov 6

Thanks for bringing back memories of outstanding tastings at GunBun. It seems a world away on this grey London morning but your notes have brought it closer.

Lindy Hemsley is now friends with po54.
On Oct 24
Lindy Hemsley is now friends with Nish.
On Oct 15
Lindy Hemsley replied to a topic in Snooth Talk: Tasting Party: Pinot Noirs from around the World.
On Oct 9

Hi Rachel I'm sorry you had a bad experience with Tasmanian pinot. It's not actually such a warm climate, its weather is about the same as London/Northern Europe with long very cold...


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