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2016 Montirius Côtes du Rhône Jardin Secret
4/19/2024 - CC_H Likes this wine: 90 Points
Still holding up nicely and a testament to the quality of this vintage. Deep ruby in the glass. Spiced plum, dark cherry, earth and smokey roasted meat notes waft up on the nose. The palate has surprising depth, structure and concentration with lots of ripe dark fruits, prune, tapenade and roasted herb flair coming through. The tannins are still a touch rustic through the simplistic finish but this is a fine CDR that will cruise along for another 3-4 years.
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2022 Hugel Gentil "Hugel"
3/28/2024 - CC_H Likes this wine: 90 Points
Always consistent and an excellent introduction into the wines of Alsace. A blend of the noble varieties along with Pinot Blanc and Sylvaner, it sports an attractive and ripe nose of yellow peach, pear, green apple, fresh flowers, tropical fruits and spice. The palate has a richness and texture that belies its humble position in the range and a lovely poise and crispness through the virtually dry finish that is the very definition of mouthwatering. Drink now and over the next 2-3 years.
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2020 Bodega Catena Zapata Chardonnay Catena Alta Historic Rows
3/24/2024 - CC_H Likes this wine: 91 Points
Like the straight Catena Chardonnay this is an outrageously good value bottling vintage after vintage. From a warmer year the nose is quite expressive with apricot, toast, Sorrento lemon, jasmine and creme brûlée. As usual the palate displays remarkable poise and balance with good fruit definition, complexity and a touch of minerality. The finish falls away a little too early for me but this is a great Chardonnay and would be taken far more seriously if it wasn't from Argentina. Drinking beautifully now but will cruise for a number of years.
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