Thursday, February 11, 2010

Domaine Drouhin - Pinot Noir (2006)

Domaine Drouhin
Pinot Noir
Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA (2006)

Sharp nose after pouring that soon mellowed out into a lovely combination of cherry and sassafras. It continued to be bright, lush, and round, exactly as was anticipated. Very lovely and very easy to love.

Friday, February 05, 2010

Concha y Toro - Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (2005)

Concha y Toro
Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc, Private Reserve
Do. Maule Valley, Chile (2004)

Rich golden colour and very bold sweetness to the nose after pouring. The first sip is like smooth liquid amber, like a succulent, sweet and juicy fruit dipped in honey. It burned the insides of my stomach and my mouth begged for more. Full-bodied, sugary, and complex - good late harvest consequence.