Clos Rougeard Les Poyeux Saumur-Champigny 2006

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Clos Rougeard Les Poyeux Saumur-Champigny 2006

Medium garnet color. Deep nose of red berries, pepper, flowers, so fine and beautiful. The seduction follows on the palate with its silky mouth coating, so gentle. Then flavors of red fruit, a touch of grilled bell pepper, some spices, so long finish and really charms the taster! Tasted blind (with knowing which wine it is or have seen the bottle), I was aiming at a beautiful Côte-Rôtie. I was wrong, but still explainable with the finesse of the wine. First time with this particular wine, had before the “Clos” from the same vintage. This was a magnificent wine. Superb+ (94)

Made of Cabernet Franc from a 2,9ha vineyard by “les frères Foucault”, Jean-Louis « Charlie » et Bernard « Nady ». Their wine follows the organic farming principles without having the certification since the ’70s. Aged 18-24 months in one year french oak barrels. Alcohol level of 12,5%

Here is a video (french only) about Le Clos Rougeard:

JL Chave Sélection Offerus Saint-Joseph 2012

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JL Chave Sélection Offerus Saint-Joseph 2012

Dark and purple colored. This wine shows classical aromas and flavors of a Northern Rhone valley wine; berries, bacon fat and pepper. Not very fine, but sappy and flavorful, this Syrah wine is a perfect match to comfort food dishes. Alcohol level of 13,5% Good+ (88)

Available at the SAQ for 32,50$ (Code SAQ : 10230862)

Jean-Louis Chave website: domaine-jean-louis-chave

Sample proposed by: reserve-selection.com

Tawse Cabernet Franc Growers Blend Niagara Peninsula 2010

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Tawse Cabernet Franc Growers Blend Niagara Peninsula 2010

The wine is black cherry dark. Very earthy nose with black berries, smoke, spices and a hint of this grape classical green bell pepper. Slightly biting on the palate with high acidity, then it’s an explosion of spicy smoky fruity flavors. Nice long finish with flavors of crushed rocks. Very good (89)

Made of  Cabernet Franc. Aged 14 months in french oak barrels. Alcohol level of 13%

Le site internet de Tawse: tawsewinery.ca

 

De Martino Legado Cabernet-Sauvignon Reserva Maipo 2008

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De Martino Legado Cabernet-Sauvignon Reserva Maipo 2008

Dark ruby color. Typical nose of a Cabernet based wine beginning its maturation. It’s fine, fruity, have a hint of leather, of tobacco, some spices and bitter chocolate aromas. Silky yet still concentrated, this is just so good. Long tasty finish. This is the type of wine that would change your mind about cellaring Reserva range Chilean wines. For its showing and how much I’ve liked this wine, I’m giving this note: Excellent (91)

Made of Cabernet-Sauvignon. Aged 12 months in french oak barrels. Alcohol level of 13,5% 

The 2012 vintage is currently available at the SAQ for 17,85$ (Code SAQ :  00642868)

De Martino’s website: demartino.cl

Represented in Québec by : vinsbalthazard.com

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Pierre Gaillard Côte-Rôtie 2007

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Pierre Gaillard Côte-Rôtie 2007

Medium dark garnet color. Aromas of berries, spices, smoke and flowers. Silky mouthfeel and so yummy with berries, pepper, flowers and bacon fat. Tannins are soften and the wine is ready and so good. Excellent (91)

Made of Syrah (90%) and Viognier (10%). Aged 18 months in oak barrels, 50% being new. Alcohol level of 12,5%

The 2013 vintage is currently available at the SAQ for 67,25$ (Code SAQ : 12448179)

Pierre Gaillard’s website: domainespierregaillard.com

Represented in Québec by : rezin.com

Le Macchiole Bolgheri Rosso DOC 2013

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Le Macchiole Bolgheri Rosso DOC 2013

Purple colored. Aromas and flavors of grape jelly, dark berries, spices, and notes of dark chocolate and oak. Coats well the palate with its rich fruit profile without being heavy or over ripe. Would pair well with roasted meat dishes. Also available in magnum size bottle (1,5L), the right size for hosting a party! Good+ (88)

Made of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Syrah. Aged 10 months in a mix of oak barrels (80%, 1/4 of 2 wines, 3/4 from 3 wines) and stainless tanks (20%). Alcohol level of 14,5%

Available at the SAQ for 29,20$ (Code SAQ : 11098285) or 60,75$ for the magnum sized bottle (1,5L, Code SAQ :  11692866)

Producer’s website: lemacchiole.it

Represented in Québec by: reserve-selection.com

Tasted at an event hosted in the agency offices

 

Bibi Graetz Casamatta Toscane 2014

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Bibi Graetz Casamatta Toscane 2014

Dark color. Aromas of black berries, bitter chocolate, spices and cherries leads the fruit notes on the palate. The wine is a little sweet and modern in style, but tasty and more fresh than expected. Good (87)

Made of Sangiovese (100%). Aged in french oak barrels. Alcohol level of 12,5%

Available at the SAQ for 16,90$ (Code SAQ : 11372441)

Producteur’s website : bibigraetz.com

Represented here in Québec by : reserve-selection.com

René & Vincent Dauvissat Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2007

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René & Vincent Dauvissat Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2007

Beautiful medium dark gold color. Powerful nose from bottle opening and only got prettier with more air. Rich fruit nose with citrus fruit, poached pear, spices and a gentle hint of oak. Typical salty and mineral Chablis aromas are also there, but in the background. Bright palate with good acidity and powerful salty, fruity, mineral flavors with again, just a touch of spices and oak. So long finish. Among the best white wine I ever had. Sublime (95)

Bought at a wine store in France by a friend since Dauvissat’s wines are not available around here. Merci Baptiste!

More informations about Domaine Dauvissat:

larvf.com  (in french)

rarewineco.com (in english)

 

Domaine Jean-Marc et Hugues Pavelot Savigny-lès-Beaune 2012

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Domaine Jean-Marc et Hugues Pavelot Savigny-lès-Beaune 2012

Ruby color. Nose of dries flowers, cherries, plums, spices and some leather and earth. Will follow on the palate flavors of sour cherries, spices and the earthy feel from the nose. A little austere now, will gaing finesse with air. Alcohol level of 13% Good+ (88)

Available at the SAQ for 36,00$ (Code SAQ : 12460135)

Producer’s website: domainepavelot.com

Represented in Québec by: maitredechai.ca

 

Pago de Cirsus Vendimia Seleccionada Navarra 2011

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Pago de Cirsus Vendimia Seleccionada Navarra 2011

Dark cherry color. Powerful nose of pepper, fruit notes and smoke. Flavors of spicy berries where pepper comes again same for the smoky twist. A little harsh at first, the finish has some heat but it silky and tasty. Good (87)

Made of 35% Tempranillo, 35% Merlot and 30% de Syrah. Aged 12 months in oak barrels, 90% being from France, the other 10% from the US. Alcohol level of 14%

Available at the SAQ for 18,10$ (Code SAQ : 11222901)

Producer’s website : pagodecirsus.com

Their representative in Québec : vinsdandurand.com

Sample tasted during an activity related to the Grande dégustation de Montréal

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