The Rhone: tasting & dinner
| Theme | The Rhone: tasting & dinner |
|---|---|
| Venue | Grand Old House |
| Location | South Church Street |
| Date | Jan 19, 2017 |
| Host | Glenna Black |
| Wine Selection | Paul Anderton/Antonia Hardy |
| Registration | Closed on Jan 19, 2017 |
A Tasting of Rhone Wines 19th January 2017 Grand Old House
Cote Rotie:
Guigal La Landonne 2004: 100% syrah; modern style just entering drinking window
Guigal La Turque 2004: 7% viognier; modern style, mid way through window
Rene Rostaing Cote Blonde 1999: more traditional style
Hermitage:
Chapoutier Ermitage Le Pavillon 1995: a 99 point wine just entering its drinking window
Jaboulet la Chapelle 1985: a perfect wine to show the aging of Hermitage
Chateauneuf-du-Pape:
Beaucastel 1998: great year, mid way through drinking window. Reference point CNDP
Janasse Chaupin 1998: more modern style, 100% Grenache
Mordoree Cuvee de la Reines de Bois: 1998 “luxury” cuvee blend