South Haven, MI
Tasted Saturday, October 18, 2014 by AllRed with 650 views
Thanks to Lady VM for laboring all day in the kitchen to make duck for the group. When one hears of such things and how good it is, the hype is often difficult to overcome and the experience falls short of expectations. Not so with Lady VM's duck. I could have easily gone for another one, but I knew everyone was anxious for the cheese course and the reds, so I showed some restraint, difficult as it was. This was a wonderful evening spent with good friends and some great bottles, just the way it ought to be. Thans so much M/M VM and M&L for your friendship and generosity.
A couple of Rieslings from VM prior to starting in on the Champagnes.
These were the three Champagnes that spent the most time on the table with supper. I thought the Champagnes paired beautifully with the duck.
Lady VM also made a terrific apple pie, and we also had a cheese course to pair with the Bordeaux. A wonderful end to the evening.
2005 Weingut Josef Leitz Rüdesheimer Berg Roseneck Riesling Spätlese 88 Points
Germany, Rheingau
Opened before dinner by Vino Me. Deep golden color. Notes of pear nectar, ripe peach and petrol. Rich texture with flavors of white peach, sautéed green apple, honey and petrol. Long finish.
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2005 Weingut Robert Weil Kiedricher Gräfenberg Riesling Auslese 92 Points
Germany, Rheingau
From 375ml, opened by VM as we relaxed before dinner. Notes of pear nectar with hints of honey and tropical fruit. Rich texture; honey, pear, papaya and stone with a long finish. Nice acidity as well. 92-93 pts.
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NV Piper-Heidsieck Champagne Cuvée Brut 90 Points
France, Champagne
A current release, sabered by Mark. For the price, this has been really solid the last couple of years IMO. Crisp, with green apple and toast notes. Mineral, green apple, vanilla and toast on the palate. Medium bead with good acidity. 90-91 pts.
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2007 Roland Champion Champagne Grand Cru Special Club 92 Points
France, Champagne, Champagne Grand Cru
Notes of apple, almond, pear and pastry cream. Medium bead, with flavors of toast, biscuit, cream soda, pear, stone and almond, with just a hint of caramel in the finish.
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1998 Veuve Clicquot Champagne Brut La Grande Dame 90 Points
France, Champagne
Apple and marshmallow notes, with berry notes as well. Orchard fruit, roasted nuts and marshmallow on the palate. Fine bead with a nice finish. 90-91 pts.
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NV Armand de Brignac Champagne Ace of Spades Brut Gold 90 Points
France, Champagne
L17A2. Lemon, apple, citrus, mineral and stone aromas. Flavors of stone, vanilla, apple and cream. A bit short through on the finish.
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