NV Germain-Robin Fine Alambic Brandy Lot 25
Community Tasting Note
sweetstuff wrote:
Friday, November 5, 2010 - Germain-Robin Brandies are made somewhat after the manner of fine Cognac but in California, with mixtures of grape varieties--Pinot noir, Chenin blanc, Gamay Beaujolais, French Colombard, and other varieties 'for balance'. Produced by an alambic still in small batches. Forty percent abv. $40/750 ml. Sherry (one year) and other casks.
T-cork. Fairly rich color.
Notes of caramel, lacquer, resin, and straight Bourbon vanilla, with a full, resonant, sweetly fruity nose with a gentle fennel presence, with a touch of sherry oxidation overtone.
Full-bodied on entry, showing deep extract and a vanillin sweetness, with a fermented hay note. Very gentle spirits burn and a full finish showing touches of wood. In style much like an XO Bois Blanc from an artisanal producer, but perhaps just a little more varietal character peeks through. Excellent value and can be had by shopping for less. A fine aperitif/digestif but with enough body to stand up to nuts and sweets if desired.
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Comment posted by gesusser:
1/1/2018 5:29:00 AM - where did you find this?
Comment posted by sweetstuff:
1/1/2018 8:12:00 PM - Of late, Pappa Joes, Richmond,
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