Loire Wine

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  November 2009

  Sancerre Bl Laporte 2008

  Snoothrank: Starting at $26^.99

  This is a silky, somewhat viscous wine that boasts bright peach, apricot and lime aromas. Anticipate several different citrus fruits blended together with some honey and mineral tones followed by a slightly pungent. Drink this Sancerre young when its acidity is lively and fresh, but... Read moreThis is a silky, somewhat viscous wine that boasts bright peach, apricot and lime aromas. Anticipate several different citrus fruits blended together with some honey and mineral tones followed by a slightly pungent. Drink this Sancerre young when its acidity is lively and fresh, but since it is richer and more intense than most, try anything garlicky or Asian.    (hide)

  Wine review by David Kohl

  
  

• November 2009

  I lack the space to store wine long term at the moment, but here's a two ... I'd certainly think about: Loire valley white wines can certainly be worth cellaring. These are still generally quite reasonably priced, though can be hard to get hold of depending on where you live. A... Read moreI lack the space to store wine long term at the moment, but here's a two ... I'd certainly think about: Loire valley white wines can certainly be worth cellaring. These are still generally quite reasonably priced, though can be hard to get hold of depending on where you live. A good, old-fashioned Savennières (sweet or dry) is at its prime after about 15 years of bottle aging, and can be really beautiful. Nicolas Joly's Coulée de Serrant seems to be regarded as one of the best, but sadly I've not had a chance to try it yet. http://www.snooth.com/wine/nicolas-joly-savennierescoulee-de-serrant-clos-de-la-coulee-de-serrant-2003/ The 1995 Domaine aux Moines Savennière-Roche-aux-Moines was one of the most interesting wines I've tried, and was enough to get me to buy another two bottles. http://www.snooth.com/wine/domaine-aux-moines-savennieres-roche-aux-moines-1995/ Even within more expensive wine regions such as Bordeaux, there are still some undervalued subregions and producers that are worth a look. http://www.snooth.com/articles/wine-regions/a-journey-through-bordeauxs-value-regions/ and http://www.snooth.com/articles/wine-varieties/good-news-at-last-for-bordeaux-lovers-on-a-budget/ are probably worth a look, though how well available these will be outside of Europe is another question. Moving away from France, I've heard Australian Hunter Valley Sémillon can age nicely, and is at its best with about ten years of bottle age. Tyrell's Vat 1 Sémillon is probably worth a look http://www.snooth.com/wine/tyrrells-wines-vat-1-hunter-semillon-1997    (hide)

  Forum post in the topic Long cellar life wines. by penguinoid

  
  

• November 2009

  Loving this thread. I too love the occasional cigar and have long been facinated by pairings with it. Standard is usually a Single Malt (could spend a lifetime on just matching different cigars to different malts). Port and cognac have always been a worthy alternative. Might have to... Read moreLoving this thread. I too love the occasional cigar and have long been facinated by pairings with it. Standard is usually a Single Malt (could spend a lifetime on just matching different cigars to different malts). Port and cognac have always been a worthy alternative. Might have to give a few of the other ideas a go, although being in NZ, US wines are not very common. Eric, would love to know more details on the cigars side of things. Are multiple cigars being tried in each session or just one? Does the cigar vary session to session? Keep up the write ups of these going forward. I'm finding it both informative and entertaining. Maybe others could add their own write ups if they do cigar / wine pairing sessions?    (hide)

  Forum post in the topic Wine and Cigars??? by GhostLemur

  
  
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  November 2009

  Domaine Francois Pinon Vouvray Cuvee Tradition 2007

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  Lemongrass, apples, pears, lemon and spices. Nice nutty character throughout.

  Wine review by VegasOenophile

  
  
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  November 2009

  Merlin-Cherrier Sancerre Sancerre 2007

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  I appreciate the Sancerre more than the Muscadet. My wife cannot detect the difference. This is a very nice medium bodied wine.

  Wine review by rhill2990

  
  
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  November 2009

  Chateau de l'Hyverniere Muscadet de Sevre-et-Maine Sur Lie Reserve 2008

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  I am going to add this wine to a list of my "summer" wines. This is a very delicate wine. The acidity and sweetness are nicely balanced. A little touch of minerality. Very nice.

  Wine review by rhill2990

  
  
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  November 2009

  Domaine de la Pepiere Marc Ollivier Muscadet de Sevre-et-Maine Sur Lie 2008

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  LOADS of apricot up front to mid-p. Gentle, fading finish. Class act.

  Wine review by jasonkauf

  
  
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  November 2009

  Chereau Carre Muscadet Ch de la Chesnaie Serve & Maine 2008

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  Loads of apricot up front to mid. Gentle, fading finish.

  Wine review by jasonkauf

  
  
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  November 2009

  Xavier Flouret Rouge Noir 2005

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  No written review

  Wine review by vrenault

  
  
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  November 2009

  Xavier Flouret French Blonde 2007

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  Rating: 88 points - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 07/31/2009

  Wine review by vrenault

  
  

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