France, Languedoc Roussillon, Languedoc, Vin de Pays de l'Hérault
A magical balance between honeyed richness and floral freshness, apricot and pineapple, seamless and silky, soft and gentle with percaline bitters, perfectly judged sweetness from the wood, subtle but expressive, dry but juicy, great minerality on the finish, warm spices, exceptional length.
France, Languedoc Roussillon, Languedoc, Vin de Pays de l'Hérault
Rouge. Deep and dark and concentrated – powerful and structured, very tannic, needs time in the decanter to settle down. Lots of southern warmth and richness on the nose, but there is no real heat and on the palate the weight (14% ABV) is buffered by minerally freshness. Lots of black pepper on the nose too, roses and violets and peaches, the tannins integrate well (they are beautifully judged, firm but ripe), and there is a lovely lightness of touch – I can understand the reference to Mencia. Length and drive are exemplary. I would love to revisit this in 3-5 years’ time, but secondary market prices make such an encounter unlikely, alas. On the second day the tannins have receded considerably, the warmth is gone, the marvellously glossy fruit really shines with the spices and flowers, and there is a wonderful sense of overall balance and harmony. Stunning wine. Great future.
2018 Domaine de la Grange des Pères Vin de Pays de l'Hérault Blanc 95 Points
France, Languedoc Roussillon, Languedoc, Vin de Pays de l'Hérault
A magical balance between honeyed richness and floral freshness, apricot and pineapple, seamless and silky, soft and gentle with percaline bitters, perfectly judged sweetness from the wood, subtle but expressive, dry but juicy, great minerality on the finish, warm spices, exceptional length.
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2018 Domaine de la Grange des Pères Vin de Pays de l'Hérault 95 Points
France, Languedoc Roussillon, Languedoc, Vin de Pays de l'Hérault
Rouge. Deep and dark and concentrated – powerful and structured, very tannic, needs time in the decanter to settle down. Lots of southern warmth and richness on the nose, but there is no real heat and on the palate the weight (14% ABV) is buffered by minerally freshness. Lots of black pepper on the nose too, roses and violets and peaches, the tannins integrate well (they are beautifully judged, firm but ripe), and there is a lovely lightness of touch – I can understand the reference to Mencia. Length and drive are exemplary. I would love to revisit this in 3-5 years’ time, but secondary market prices make such an encounter unlikely, alas. On the second day the tannins have receded considerably, the warmth is gone, the marvellously glossy fruit really shines with the spices and flowers, and there is a wonderful sense of overall balance and harmony. Stunning wine. Great future.
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NV Barbeito Madeira Boal Reserva 91 Points
Portugal, Madeira
Elegant, intense, medium sweet, firm acidity, lively and juicy, candied fruit and honey, orange, salty, firm acidity, lovely intensity and length.
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