Ch Bourgneuf 1996

Mid deep red with amber edge. Quite dusty, fragrant but delicate, some light plum notes. Palate reflects nose. Red fruits (especially plums) come through on the finish. Good wine but fading. Pomerol, Bordeaux, France 16.5/20 [tasted 17-09-2011] http://www.wine-searcher.com/wine-33695-1996-chateau-bourgneuf-pomerol-france Bought en primeur from Glengarry. Good value at $40.00. Stored in a Vintage Keeper cabinet.

Pegasus Bay Dry Riesling 2007

Medium deep green-gold. Touch of kerosene and some light florals. Good aged character, petrol, lemon and stonefruit blossoms. Long finish with good acid and lovely marmalade honey. Waipara, New Zealand 18/20 [tasted 10-09-2011] http://www.pegasusbay.com Bought cellar door. Stored in a cool spare room. Good value at $22.80.

Alluviale Cabernet/Merlot/Franc 2003

Good deep red robe. Big nose of fruit, but elegant with it, red fruits and berries, florals and violets, plums and blackberries, very good. Plums, blackberries, blackcurrants and some lovely smokiness and cedar. Long, long finish with fruit lingering. Good structure and smooth tannins. Gimblett Gravels, Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand 19/20 [tasted 08-09-2011] http://www.alluviale.com Bought … Continue reading →