Ericsson

8.9

For those who seek a compromise between the sophisticated red Burgundy and yet approachable red Beaujolais, red Cheverny from the Middle Loire is the key. Still, highly undiscovered and accessible, this lower alcohol quality quaff is enjoyed best when chilled lightly. It's a blend of mostly Pinot Noir and some Gamey (small amounts of Côt, or Malbec, may be present).

On the eye, it is exactly what you’d expect: pale ruby. The nose is lightly aromatic with red cherries and wild strawberries with underlying notes of forest floor and violets, and it exudes minerality. On the palate it is light bodied with high vibrant acidity; medium alcohol; red fruit flavours are present and complemented by soft herbal notes. The tannins are firm and provide structure. The finish is clean with a tart savoryness.

Maybe it is the fact that I’m about to finish reading, Adventures on the Wine Route by Kirmet Lynch, but I have really found a new appreciation for lower alochol lighter bodied unassuming red wines. Cheers. — 9 days ago

Ceccherini Cristiano

9.3

Marvellous
A quite dark style for a BdB
Lots of shades and enjoyment — 4 years ago

Mary Wilson

9.0

OK, most people probably don’t drink 18-year old Pinot Gris, but such adventures have their rewards. It has a beautiful peachy color and tastes like a softer version of Fino sherry. Actually delicious, nice nutty flavor. — 4 years ago

Ceccherini Cristiano

9.1

Pure expression of nebbiolo from le Langhe
Marvellous transparent ruby colour, bright and shiny.
Cherry, talc powder, rose petals and typical lipstick.
Tannin is nearly solved and never disturbing.
Long and pleasant
The good vintage is definitely a plus. — 8 months ago

Deborah M

9.5

2021 Chateau Simone is from just outside Aix-en-Provence (an area I know well from my cycling adventures). Jean-François Rougier is a 7th generation winemaker running Chateau Simone. This Rosé is a complex blend of Grenache and Mourvèdre, Cinsault, Syrah, Manosquin, Castet, Carignan, Cab Sauv & Muscat Noir. This is hands down the best pink wine I have ever had. — 2 years ago

Jeff Choy

9.0

After decanting for a while, this wine was a marvellous blend of being smooth, rich and fruity. I can’t imagine how delightful this vintage will be in another 5 years time. — 4 years ago

Michelle M

9.1

Part 2 of grocery store adventures… lemon pith, hay, tart white peach, cantaloupe, orange blossom on the nose. On the palate lemonade and tangerine pith, white peach, hints of lemongrass and basil and a touch of saline with a nice viscous body and a medium finish. Impressive value for a budget buy from my neighborhood Giant. Probably would go well with seafood, salads, and light tangy cheeses (or faux-cheeses ;) ) — 2 years ago

Willem Booij

9.5

Yes, the old lady did it again!! This oak-aged Vernaccia is marvellous. Nuts and dried yellow fruit are in a perfect harmony swirling together trough my nose 🤣 this is a rich Asian spiced wine. One of my al time favourites, grap some if you can❤️ — 2 years ago

Thomas Barnes

9.3

Survived 2020 and cheers to 2021 full of new adventures. — 4 years ago

with Simon

Ceccherini Cristiano

9.5

Wow, this is a big pinot with a marvellous tannin.
Bright and quiet vibrant.
There's leather, cinnamon, forest floor, musk.
White pepper, very floral, a blueberry with raspberries around. The green balsamic side is a delicate Thai mint rather than a straightforward eucalyptus. Tobacco leaves and more notes given by the very present oak component.
I trust this wine will find a better harmony on the sweet side in a while, perhaps when the tannin will soften.
However this is very different vest from the 19s and the 17s., more complex already and even though I believe this wine will age gracefully for a bit I find it already on a secondary stage compared to the formers. I am very fascinated, it reminded of a Vosne from Dom. Laurent.
Long after taste, excellent! — 4 years ago