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YOU SAMPLED an Al Fresco White from L’Espinose MuscadetREGIONLoire Valley, France TASTES LIKEClassic Muscadet with scents of pear, peach and grapefruit. The palate opens with citrus and lively minerality and the mouthfeel is velvet smooth thanks to aging on lees. PERFECT WITHMoules Frites, tempeh, oysters, grilled cheese lunch. |
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YOU SAMPLED an Al Fresco White from Château GilletREGIONBordeaux, France TASTES LIKEThis Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc blend blend makes for a rich and tropical fruit filled bouquet of lychee and honeysuckle. PERFECT WITHThe French Trinity (parsley, butter, garlic,) seafood, french fries, fish filet. |
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YOU SAMPLED a Medium White from Donjon Minervois BlancREGIONMinervois, France TASTES LIKENotes of grapefruit, caramelized passion fruit, a touch of vanilla and some Pear Williams' as well. The fruits translate to the palate with a freshness that's balanced by minerality and fruitiness. PERFECT WITHTruffle toast, beurre blanc, as an aperitif. |
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YOU SAMPLED a Medium Red from Domaine Brazilier “Rochambeau”REGIONCoteaux du Vendômois, France TASTES LIKEJust enough velvety smooth tannins surround the core of ripe blackcurrant jam, raspberry pastry-filling and just a touch of floral-scented wood. PERFECT WITHBaked beans, strong cheeses, Cassoulet, Brie en Croûte. |
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YOU SAMPLED a Medium red from Domaine Dumas BrouillyREGIONBurgundy, France TASTES LIKEAn intense red fruit core of sweet Rainier cherry, spiced wildberry bramble, ripe strawberry and super silky-soft tannins. PERFECT WITHAndouille sausage, Bolognese pizza, charcuterie, chicken tagine. |
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YOU SAMPLED a Medium red from Domaine Meix Guillaume RullyREGIONBurgundy, France TASTES LIKEAmongst the normal cherry and strawberry jam notes there is a strong whisper of Dr. Pepper and Cola flavors that still finishes light and airy. PERFECT WITHDuck breast, brie, chicken tikka, sesame seared tuna. |
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YOU SAMPLED a Medium Red from Château Beauregard Mirouze Cuvée LauzinaREGIONCorbières, France TASTES LIKEA blend of 45 year old vines of Syrah and Grenache, this organic Corbières has tons of structure layered with harmonious fruit. Notes of ripe red and black currant, garrigue spice and richness from the oak aging. PERFECT WITHRoast lamb, soft cheeses, dark chocolate, roast beef sandwiches. |
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YOU SAMPLED a Bold red from Château HourbanonREGIONBordeaux, France TASTES LIKEDark plum, mushroom and vanilla notes from the oak add to the wine, which is peaking right now. The tannins are more present now and will only fade and smooth with age, so if BIG wines are your thing, this may be the Bordeaux for you! PERFECT WITHBarbecue, fancy takeout, fato a mano pasta, showing off on a second date. |
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YOU SAMPLED a Bold Red from Château du Donjon MerlotREGIONLanguedoc-Roussillon, France TASTES LIKEThe more voluptuous side of Merlot, with big, bold fruit and almost no tannins. The super juicy fruit flavors scream finger-staining violet colors: blackberries, blueberries and currants. Time in wood adds a baking spice note, intermingling into an almost “sweet berry pie wine,” without the sugar sweetness. PERFECT WITHTerrine à Pied de Cochon, Chicken liver mousse, BBQ ribs, Asado. |