Archive for May 2017
Jancis Robinson – 16.5/20 for the Pouilly-Fumé “Indigene” 2014
16.5pts Pouilly-Fumé “Indigène” 2014 Blended from a parcel-by-parcel selection of old vines planted on pure flinty soil in the heart of the commune of Tracy-sur-Loire. Matured on fine lees for 12 months in stainless steel. No filtration nor refrigeration before bottling. Indigenous was given its name because of the indigenous yeasts responsible. 10,000…
Read MoreWine Enthusiat – 95 pts for the Sancerre Blanc “Sauvage” 2014
94pts Cellar Selection Sancerre Blanc “Sauvage” 2014. The match for the red wine under the same name, this wine comes from vines grown organically in the village of Champtin. It is rich with white currants as well as crispy apples. The narrow texture and intense minerality mark it as a wine with…
Read More91 pts for the Metis Klein Constantia 2016
The 2016 Metis Sauvignon Blanc is a wild ferment with no settling or enzymes, a little SO2 added just after fermented. It has an attractive bouquet: gooseberry, Granny Smith, a suggestion of wild mint and fennel. The palate is well balanced with more weight and volume than the Sauvignon Blanc, notes of gooseberry, kiwi fruit…
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