“The sea is not for drinking”. A happy days wine from the coast of Roussillon that has all the energy … More
Tag: Syrah
Clos des Jarres “Abrensis” Minervois, 2012
The name “Abrensis” is a tribute to the Roman general who decided to cultivate this plot of land just off … More
Domaine Anne Gros “Les Fontanilles” Minervois, 2012
A well known producer in Burgundy, Anne Gros and partner Jean Paul Tollot decided to skip down to Cazelles in Minervois … More
Matthieu Barrett, Côtes du Rhône “Petit Ours Brun”, 2012
This “little brown bear” changed my view of the Rhone & Syrah. It’s not overbearing, boasting sneeze-worthy levels of pepper … More
Domaine Rimbert, Saint Chinian Berlou, 2008
Find it if you can. Buy it for the label. Drink it for the mouthmelt.
Sean Thackrey “Pleiades XXII”, Old Vine Red Blend
i guess i like something american.
Domaine Les Fouques, Cuvée de L’Aubigue Rouge
crispy fall air makes me crave heat; pepper and jam, something lighter bodied but with grip, and bolder tannins. a … More
Jean-Louis Tribouley, “Mani”, Côtes du Roussillon, 2011
Minervois “Laguzelle”, Domaine Benjamin Taillandier 2012
Crozes-Hermitage, Les Vins de Vienne, 2010
inky smoked maple syrup infused black tea. better than anything I’ve had from Rhone so far. If you’re in … More
