The Petroleum Club, Sky Lobby, Dallas, Texas
Tasted Thursday, October 26, 2006 by win with 939 views
Grilled Shrimp with Papaya Salsa on Crostini; Parmesan Pizza; Salmon Tartar
Champagne Grapes; Goat Cheese, Manchego; Whipped Brie de Meaux; Tellicherry Peppers and toasted croutons
2003 Famille JM Cazes Minervois L'Ostal 88 Points
France, Languedoc Roussillon, Languedoc, Minervois
65% Syrah; 13% Caignan; 12% Grenache; 10% Mourvedre. Aged 15 months in oak barrels prior to release. Earthy aromas, very solid wine. The grenache really came to the forefront.
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2003 Domaine L'Ostal Shiraz Vin de Pays d'Oc Circus 85 Points
France, Languedoc Roussillon, Vin de Pays d'Oc
Young and fruity wine--fun.
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2003 Domaine L'Ostal Vin de Pays d'Oc Circus 86 Points
France, Languedoc Roussillon, Vin de Pays d'Oc
Slightly better than the Circus Shiraz - a bit stemmy and green, but fruit was the primary aroma and flavor.
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2003 Roquette e Cazes Douro Xisto 91 Points
Portugal, Douro
Pronounced "shees-toe," this wine is named for the Portuguese word for "schist," a reference to the nature of the soil in the steep, terraced vineyards that rise majestically above the banks of the Douro River. Produced by Jean-Michael Cazes and Jorge Roquette, owner of the Quinto do Crasto estate. Touriga Nacional - 60%; Tinta Roriz - 25%; Touriga Francesa - 15%. Spends 18 months in 225-liter French oak barrels comprising 60% new oak and 40% used. 30,000 bottles anually. Very interesting wine--one of my favorites of the night. Hinit of earthy aromas with spice in the background subtly intermixed with layers of raspberries; red currant and blueberries. Nice finish.
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2003 Tapanappa Cabernet-Shiraz Whalebone Vineyard 87 Points
Australia, South Australia, Limestone Coast, Wrattonbully
Very good potential here, but tonight, it was very young and not ready. The complex tannins would seem to indicate a bright future for this wine.
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