Not every day you come across a blend of Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc, Orange Muscat, Viognier, Pinot Blanc, Semillon and Muscat Canelli… Murrieta’s Well ‘The Whip’ 2012, Livermore Valley, California (£21.99 Amps Fine Wines, Whalley Wine Shop, vintagemarque.com) Big, rounded, juicy style of wine, packed with peachy nut kernel and […]
Monthly Archives: June 2014
Rather a different Alsace Pinot from the Hugel one from yesterday. This is probably a bit more grown-up and terroir-influenced, but it’s not the one I’d prefer to drink… Rolly Gassmann Pinot Noir de Rodern 2011, Alsace, France (£24 The Wine Society) A gentle spiciness adds interest to the slightly […]
Wine Tasting Video: Rolly Gassmann Pinot Noir de Rodern 2011
Hugel Classic Pinot Noir 2009, Alsace, France (£13.99 Fenwicks, Ann et Vin, Yorkshire Vintners, Dike and Son, BJR Hanby, www.vintagemarque.com) Nice jolly style, fully mature but still with plenty of piquancy to the ever-so-slightly jammy strawberry flavours, and a touch of spice on the finish. B+