Popped and poured. Pale lemon-gold faintly tinged with green. Forward nose perfumed with complex aromas of stone fruits, grapefruit zest, yeast/lees, verbena, minerals, and even a subtle hint of lavender. Light to medium-light body. Truly expressive on the palate, this is as if one were to combine freshly squeezed lemon, lime, and yellow grapefruit juices and somehow transfer that essence into the fresh ocean spray of the tropics, all nuanced with a touch of white pepper. Perhaps this impression is heightened by the plus acidity...indeed, this wine is not for those who who prefer a softer style. But all that is conveyed through pronounced acidity is precisely the main reason this excellent Sancerre shows such verve, liveliness and raw appeal. The flavors soar on for some time after tasting. Truly delightful, especially for those who enjoy acid, and a wine to enjoy now through the next few years.
Quick comment: This showed most expressive within an hour of opening and was served at a temp below cellar but above standard refrigeration.
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Popped and poured. Pale straw hue, almost water white. Subtle aromas of yellow grapefruit, bottled gooseberries, sea spray, minerals, and yeasty note that evokes a pilsner style beer. Medium-light body. On the palate, this 2009 shows why that particular vintage is so renowned as the balance is impeccable. Flavors include ruby grapefruit, fruit cocktail, crushed rocks and minerals, plus a faint hint of spice. Medium acidity. The finish is long and tinged by a sensation of minerals. While perhaps not a long lived vintage of Clos de Chaudenay, this is still youthful and will undoubtedly last for at least another 5 years; however, that said, this is easily the most precocious and accessible vintage of Chaudenay yet released and is simply a joy to drink at present...so if you own more than a couple then it would be a crying shame not to open one up soon!
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4/23/2013 - bugdoced Likes this wine: 90 Points
has hit a nice drinking window with dry fruit and minerals beginning to integrate;white wine buzz not present
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7/14/2012 - Wamrod wrote: 91 Points
Lovely, again.
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5/18/2012 - Wamrod wrote: 91 Points
Absolutely smashing, as usual. Can always count on this.
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4/15/2012 - Wamrod wrote: 91 Points
I was going to write a detailed tasting note, but **Vine** just nailed it in his. What he said..
An absolutely smashing Sancerre, and a tremendously good value.
I've bought cases of this from 08, 09 and 2010. Have never been disappointed.
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2/25/2012 - *Vine* wrote:
Popped and poured. Pale lemon-gold faintly tinged with green. Forward nose perfumed with complex aromas of stone fruits, grapefruit zest, yeast/lees, verbena, minerals, and even a subtle hint of lavender. Light to medium-light body. Truly expressive on the palate, this is as if one were to combine freshly squeezed lemon, lime, and yellow grapefruit juices and somehow transfer that essence into the fresh ocean spray of the tropics, all nuanced with a touch of white pepper. Perhaps this impression is heightened by the plus acidity...indeed, this wine is not for those who who prefer a softer style. But all that is conveyed through pronounced acidity is precisely the main reason this excellent Sancerre shows such verve, liveliness and raw appeal. The flavors soar on for some time after tasting. Truly delightful, especially for those who enjoy acid, and a wine to enjoy now through the next few years.
Quick comment: This showed most expressive within an hour of opening and was served at a temp below cellar but above standard refrigeration.
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7/5/2011 - bugdoced wrote: 89 Points
Nice summer drinker; grass and fruit on the nose; lemon and minerals on the tongue
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6/26/2011 - *Vine* wrote:
Popped and poured. Pale straw hue, almost water white. Subtle aromas of yellow grapefruit, bottled gooseberries, sea spray, minerals, and yeasty note that evokes a pilsner style beer. Medium-light body. On the palate, this 2009 shows why that particular vintage is so renowned as the balance is impeccable. Flavors include ruby grapefruit, fruit cocktail, crushed rocks and minerals, plus a faint hint of spice. Medium acidity. The finish is long and tinged by a sensation of minerals. While perhaps not a long lived vintage of Clos de Chaudenay, this is still youthful and will undoubtedly last for at least another 5 years; however, that said, this is easily the most precocious and accessible vintage of Chaudenay yet released and is simply a joy to drink at present...so if you own more than a couple then it would be a crying shame not to open one up soon!
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