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France

Louis Latour Mâcon-Lugny 2008

30 June 2010
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This might be the first time I’ve tried a white Burgundy – it’s certainly the first time I’ve done so knowingly – and while I liked what I tasted I can confess to being a little underwhelmed. An understated white wine from the heart of France, its refreshing citrus and apple flavours would be more [...]

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Domaine de Ménard – Colombard Sauvignon

5 November 2009
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Tasting Notes: A blend of Colombard and Sauvignon with an immediate aromatic and grapey freshness. An off-dry wine with hints of spice and pear mingle with peachiness on the finish. This Swiss family property in the Côtes de Gascogne region has been a 10 ha vineyard since 1960 and now consists of 110 ha of [...]

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Cuvée Des Amandiers Blanc 2008 Vin De Pays d’Oc

14 August 2009
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Closure: Screwtop ABV: 12% Retailer: Majestic Price: £4.69 Approx – Check Current Price This is a medium dry white wine from France. Having put my nose right into the glass I immediately got citrus tones. The colour was a beautiful pale citrine colour. The immediate flavour in the mouth is an almost sweet sensation of marzipan [...]

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