V&M's
Tasted Saturday, November 25, 2023 by AllRed with 73 views
Construction now complete, V&M recently moved into their new house, and so that combined with the fact that this would be their first time hosting the group, they declared an uptown theme, meaning wines were to be a step above what we would normally bring to a tasting. Each taster is to bring a red in a brown bag which we randomly arrange in even flights. We spend some time tasting and analyzing the wines before making our guesses, then we discuss and unveil the wines before moving on to the next flight.
We had a near-record turnout with 17 tasters-- one of the largest groups we have had. Everyone was very careful about their pours and the bottles easily made it around the table...with wine to spare.
With mostaccioli, barese sausage and focaccia.
Thanks all for a fun evening.
2022 Jean-Max Roger Sancerre Cuvée "Les Caillottes" 88 Points
France, Loire Valley, Upper Loire, Sancerre
Double blind. Pale color, opening with a grassy quality which gives way to mineral and citrus notes. Bright acidity with flavors of citrus, mineral and unripe peach. Hints of tart apple in the finish. Correctly guessed Sancerre on account of the citrus and mineral elements. 88-89 pts. (V&M)
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2021 Domaine du Chapitre Touraine Francois & Maryline Desloges 86 Points
France, Loire Valley, Touraine
Double blind. Stark. Grassy elements dominate the nose and palate. The fruit is a bit lean. Guessed domestic sauv blanc. (V&M)
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2018 Domaine Huet Vouvray Moelleux Clos du Bourg 90 Points
France, Loire Valley, Touraine, Vouvray
Double blind. Pale golden yellow color. Peach and ripe orchard fruit notes in the bouquet and on the palate. Slightly sweeter/ripe but with decent supporting acidity. Very good. (V&M)
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