Tirohana Grand Master Platinum Pinot Noir 2005

Medium deep bright red right to the edge. Chocolatey nose, quite elegant and complex; some sweet cherry and a touch of plum. Palate a touch thin after the nose; good character and pinot fruit with some lovely florals; smooth tannins. Lovely moreish finish. Not a big wine but very elegant and full of flavour. Martinborough, … Continue reading →

Ch Mylord 2005

Deep plum red with plums on the nose too (and blackcurrants). A little rich mushroom and some florals – Malbec? Tannins forward but good round fruit. Lovely ripeness and balance. A good if simple wine. Finishes well, with red fruits lingering. Entre-Deux-Mers, Bordeaux, France 16.5/20 [Tasted 02-07-2011]

Tirohana Grand Master Platinum Pinot Noir 2005

Medium deep bright red right to the edge. Chocolatey nose, quite elegant and complex; some sweet cherry and a touch of plum. Palate a touch thin after the nose; good character and pinot fruit with some lovely florals; smooth tannins. Lovely moreish finish. Not a big wine but very elegant and full of flavour. Martinborough, … Continue reading →

Ch Mylord 2005

Deep plum red with plums on the nose too (and blackcurrants). A little rich mushroom and some florals – Franc? Tannins forward but good round fruit. Lovely ripeness and balance. A good if simple wine. Finishes well, with red fruits lingering. Entre-Deux-Mers, Bordeaux, France 16.5/20 [Tasted 02-07-2011] http://www.wine-searcher.com/find/chateau+mylord Bought en primeur from The Wine Importer. Great … Continue reading →