1998 Chateau Gazin Pomerol

Posted on Mar 17, 2016

1998 Chateau Gazin Pomerol

Dark red in colour, the nose initially revealed a floral scent that was quickly replaced with lots of plum and cherry backed with an earthy component. This wine showed great complexity and balance but had a short finish and lacked the intensity we had expected. A very enjoyable and elegant wine however, if fell just short of being an overall excellent for us.

Very Good +

1981 Chateau Pétrus

Posted on May 30, 2015

1981 Chateau Pétrus – Pomerol Red Bordeaux Blend

Red colour fading to orange at the rim. An incredible nose that was an ethereal mix of red fruits, forest and a hint of spice. It entranced and made an indescribable impression. The palate started out light and thin but put on weight over the two hours it was in our glasses. At its worst it came across a bit hollow, at its best it showed wonderful elegance and complexity. There were many changes over the course of the night. Not the best wine we have drank but certainly very memorable and enjoyable.

Excellent

1982 Chateau Haut Brion & Two Epiphanies

Posted on May 27, 2015

Epiphany is a wonderful word: lots of syllables and an almost lyrical sound to it. It also benefits from a certain air of mystery, its definition being a little inscrutable. It is one of those words that I use but I don’t precisely know the meaning of….kind of like terroir…or umami.

Champagne Delamotte

Posted on Feb 25, 2015

Delamotte is the fifth oldest House in Champagne. Founded in 1760 by vineyard owner Francois Delamotte, the winery stayed within the family and was managed by various heirs and relatives of Francois for 70 years. In the 1830s it was sold to Lanson who later started producing a Lanson label. A Lanson heir, Marie Louise de Nonacourt (nee Lanson) acquired the House in the 1920s and, in a transformational decision, moved the operations from their original home in Reims to Mesnil sur Oger where the winery sits today.

2002 Paul Bara Champagne Comtesse Marie de France

Posted on Dec 22, 2014

The House of Paul Bara Champagne is one of the standard bearers for traditionally made Champagne. When it comes to Pinot Noir-based Champagnes, Paul Bara is THE standard bearer, known for top vineyards, meticulous detail and exceptionally high standards for quality. So it was a real treat when Marquis Wine Cellars invited us to try the very best of the Paul Bara line-up: the 2002 Comtesse Marie de France.