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A surprisingly lush, full example of its appellation that might disappoint those looking for more typically bright, tart, lighter Picpoul virtues. Ripe pear and honeydew melon are tinged with pungent herbs as well as bitter melon rind and pear pip, and a hint of white pepper in the finish adds further stimulation.
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Importer notes: "This dry Rose comes from Provence, the homeland of the greatest dry Rosé wines. Drinking more like a $20 bottle, the 2012 Bieler is a gem amongst pale pinks with its broad midpalate loaded with wild strawberry and bright berry fruit." 55% Syrah, 25% Grenache, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 5% Cinsault.
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'Wine of the Week,' Santa Rosa Press Democrat: "...a striking rosé with refreshing acidity and notes of currant, raspberry and mineral. It has great balance and a crisp finish. (4/10/13)" Made from 70% Syrah and 30% Grenache.
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An assemblage of local grapes from the Gascony region (Chardonnay, Colombard, Manseng, Mauzac, Sauvignon Blanc, and Ugni Blanc) gives this wine clean flavors and a fresh finish. Serve with wide variet of seafood or shellfish, or as an aperitif.
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A blend of Colombard and Ugni Blanc. Fruity and refreshing. Colombard brings exotic fruit and citrus fruit aromas, while the Ugni Blanc offers nice roundless and balance. Pair with seafood or shellfish.
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Made from 80% old vine Colombard (native to the region), plus Gros Manseng and Ugni Blanc grapes. It shows notes of melon, clean, pure flavors of citus fruit, an engaging herbaceous note, and a pleasingly dry finish. It is an ideal summer quaffer!
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89 points Rhone Report: "Bottled under screw cap and very fresh and juicy, the 2009 Château Font-Mars Coteaux du Languedoc Picpoul-de-Pinet, 100% Picpoul, sports a light, golden hue to go with edgy, crisp aromas of dried pineapple, subtle honeycomb, flowers, and some green herbs. Medium to light bodied on the palate, with a smooth, focused texture, and lip smacking acidity on the finish, this excellent white will be a perfect apéritif or starter to a meal. (Mar 2011)"
87 points Wine Spectator: "A zesty white, with mineral, green apple and peach flavors that are supported by fresh acidity. The crisp finish offers some creamy notes. Drink now. (11/15/10)"
Producer notes: "Grape variety: Piquepoul. Terroir: Clayey and chalky. Pale gold, crystal clear, light green reflection. Aromas of white peach, ananas and white roses. On the palate, lively, exotic fruits. Best served as an aperitif or with seafood."
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Wine Spectator: "Medium-bodied, with dried berry and cherry flavors leading to a short finish. Drink now. 200 cases imported. (2011)"
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87 points Rhone Report: "[$12 list] The 2008 Domaine La Bastide Syrah Vin de Pays d'Hauterive Les Genêts has an interesting bouquet of deep black fruits, mint, smoked meats, pepper, and tobacco. Showing a green herb/underbrush slant right on opening, this improves and shows more fruit and complexity with air. Medium bodied and impressive on the palate, with a silky texture, surprisingly ripe fruit, and juicy acidity, it almost gives the impression of a northern Rhone Syrah as opposed to one coming from the Languedoc. This should drink admirably for 5 years or so. (Nov 2010)"
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88 points Wine Enthusiast: "Lightly amylic-pear drop, resin, mineral, stone-fruit and peach-skin aromas dominate the youthful nose of this wine. Very clean and mineral-focused. The medium body and vibrant acidity give the palate a firm texture. Given its short, crisp finish, it is best consumed between now and through 2013. Good by the glass or with light fare. (Jun 2012)"
Producer notes: "Color: Bright yellow with green highlights. Nose: aroma with notes of fruit with white flesh type pear with a hint of citrus. Palate: Fresh and lively, atypically found in the middle palate a slight roundness that softens and helps to differentiate. Food pairing: Seafood, shellfish and grilled fish. Alcohol 12.5%."
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Grenache 80%, Syrah 20%. A product of nature that has begun to show its personality. Best appreciated in its youth for its fruitiness and smoothness.
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Blend of 50% Sauvignon Blanc, 30% Grenache Blanc, and 20% Clairette. Attractive, clear, bright, pale gold. Powerful and seductive fruity aroma. Good acidity, lively. Full and fresh. Ready to drink now; should be drunk within 2 years.
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Producer notes: "40% Syrah, 25% Grenache, 20% Mourvèdre, 15% Carignan. Deep, brilliant red. Vinous, complex aromas, with hints of red berries (cherry, blackberry, and strawberry) and spice. On the palate, opens soft and fruity with gentle tannins. Delicate and sophisticated. Finishes long and smooth; a touch rustic, reflecting its terroir. Alcohol 13%. Drink within 3 years."
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Robert Parker: "[$13 list] An excellent estate in Corbieres, with a handful of wines under the Vin de Pays d’Oc designation, the 2010 Capucine Blanc is a value-priced, straightforward, light-bodied, straw-colored wine offering fig, herb, citrus and grapefruit notes. Composed of 95% Sauvignon Blanc and 5% Grenache Blanc, it is meant to be drunk in its first 6-12 months of life. (Aug 2011)"
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88 points Rhone Report: "A blend of equal parts Carignan, Grenache, Syrah, and Merlot, the 2010 Château Ollieux Romanis Vin de Pays de L'Aude Cuvée Capucine is a ripe, very well done blend that sports an inky purple color to go with a classic notes of black fruits, damp earth, meat, and licorice. Upfront and fruit driven, yet with solid complexity, a rich, full texture, and notable freshness, this seriously delicious red sells for a song, and should continue to deliver the goods for 2-3 years. (Mar 2012)"
87 points Robert Parker: "[$13 list] Another good value is the tank-fermented and aged 2010 Capucine Rouge, a blend of equal parts Merlot, Carignan, Grenache and Syrah. Another Vin de Pays d’Oc, it is a crisp, crunchy effort revealing lots of berry fruit, a straightforward personality, and more texture, richness and length than is usually found in a wine at this price (it should be available at discounters as $10-11 a bottle). (Aug 2011)"
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Pellehaut, from the Roman "pila haut" (high point), is owned by the Béraut family. Gaston Béraut oversees the domaine, which also includes cattle, wheat and sunflowers. One son, Martin, is the vineyard manager, commonly found between the vines. The other, Mathieu, is the winemaker. Mathieu studied under Yves Grassa at nearby Château de Tariquet, as well as at Château Beycheville in Bordeaux and, during one harvest in the nineties, was Jim Clendenon' right-hand man at Au Bon Climat in Southern California. Ampelomeryx is a blend of Chardonnay and Petit Manseng, fermented and aged in new oak.
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87 points Wine Enthusiast: "Celebrating 100 years of the domaine this year, Tariquet’s range of wines begins with this classic white. This has a crisp fruitiness, with a floral character and flavors of green plum, pear and a hint of pineapple. It’s delicious and ready to drink. Screwcap. Alcohol 11.5%. (Oct 2012)"
Producer notes: "Producer notes: "Ugni blanc 45%, Colombard 35%, Sauvignon 10%, Gros Manseng 10%. Superbly intense for a dry fruity white, its bouquet reveals floral and citrus aromas with nice touches of tropical fruit. Light and well-balanced, this wine is a thirst-quenching pleasure. Very refreshing at any time of the day, as an aperitif or with starters, seafood or fish."
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Producer notes: "40% Merlot, 40% Syrah, 20% Tannat. A beautiful shade of pomegranate red, with an exquisite bouquet, both subtle and intense. Mild spicy notes lead to a delightful duo of wild raspberry and flower petals. Rich, full bodied and fresh on the palate. The fruit is a treat as the wine’s intensity retains an ethereal quality, leaving a trace of rich flavors and salty spiciness on the finish. Serving suggestion: serve chilled, before or during a meal. Excellent with tapas, summer dishes, Italian food, or spicy, exotic cuisine."
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Producer notes: "Gascony’s mild climate offers this grape variety a new range of aromas. A distinctive bouquet with fine intense floral notes, some minerality, and the underlying suggestion of ripe grapes. Fresh and refined with an attractive intensity. A fine expression of Sauvignon Blanc, this wine is a delight. Quality grapes and a winemaker’s expert touch combined to reach new heights. Serving suggestion: Serve chilled. Excellent with starters such as fish, seafood or white meat."
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Producer notes: "A small portion of our Pinot Noir crop is harvested quite early and fermented at low temperatures to enhance fruity aromas. The remaining grapes are picked at their optimal sugar and ripeness in order to obtain a full-bodied and complex wine loaded with fruit. The grapes were destemmed and then crushed and fermentation and maceration took place in stainless steel tanks for between three to four weeks. We age about 30% of the wine in new French oak barrels for 3 to 4 months. Our Pinot Noir 'Les Oliviers' is less 'jammy' than its Californian cousins. It is perhaps more Burgundian and is delicate. It has lovely aromas of violets and shows ripe raspberry characteristics on the palate. It is a gorgeous food wine and works well with roast meats, tuna and cheeses."
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