| Dageneau |
Pur Sang |
2008 |
WA 91 |
3
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R 1,200.00
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Wine: Pur Sang
The Dagueneau 2008 Blanc Fume de Pouilly Pur Sang – ironically, given its name – is slightly less pure (or at least, less single-minded) than the vintage’s “regular” bottling. But this offers more than compensatory complexity and user-friendly richness. Sage, white grapefruit, lime zest, quince, and white currant haunt the nose and palate, with pungent herbal and zest impingements taking precedence over mineral manifestations, which are (as yet at least) subtle. There is a generosity of fruit here that sets up a lovely interaction with mouth-watering citrus, and for all of its density a wonderful levity. This should be fascinating to follow over the next 5-7 years.
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| Daniel Chotard |
Sancerre Blanc |
2010 |
- |
81
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R 185.00
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Wine: Sancerre Blanc
Aged on the lees - brilliant pale yellow in colour - very pure nose reminiscent of citrus and white blossoms - refreshing and full-bodied on the palate - typical and elegant, well-balanced with good length - serve at approximately 10°C with saltwater and freshwater fish, seafood, white meats, and crottin de Chavignol goat’s cheese
Producer: Daniel Chotard
None
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| Denis Jamain |
Reuilly Blanc les Pierres Plates |
2009 |
JG 91/100 |
69
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R 140.00
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Wine: Reuilly Blanc les Pierres Plates
Lime-rich Kimmeridgian soil. Lovely freshness. Very precise, mineral, transparent and with lovely purity. Great balance with nothing sticking out. Lovely purity of fruit: mineral and clear. Jamie Goode 91/100
Producer: Denis Jamain
None
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| Francois Cotat |
Sancerre Les Monts Damnes |
2010 |
- |
34
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R 395.00
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Wine: Sancerre Les Monts Damnes
Producer: Francois Cotat
None
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| Huet |
Vouvray Le Clos du Bourg Moelleux |
1986 |
- |
1
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R 595.00
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Wine: Vouvray Le Clos du Bourg Moelleux
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| Huet |
Vouvray Le Clos du Bourg Moelleux |
2002 |
- |
10
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R 595.00
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Wine: Vouvray Le Clos du Bourg Moelleux
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| Huet |
Vouvray Le Clos du Bourg Sec |
2009 |
WS 91 |
7
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R 300.00
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Wine: Vouvray Le Clos du Bourg Sec
Dry, but still flattering in feel, with friendly green almond, quince and fig notes carried by a lilting floral hint on the finish. Drink now through 2015.
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| Huet |
Vouvray Le Haut Lieu Sec |
2010 |
WS 92 |
On Request
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R 250.00
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Wine: Vouvray Le Haut Lieu Sec
Superracy, floral and pure, with enticing ginger, quince and mineral notes that ripple through the filigreed finish. Lovely orange blossom and honeysuckle notes fill in the background. Dry, but still generous, with impressive length. Best from 2013 through 2018
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| Huet |
Vouvray Le Mont Sec |
2007 |
WS 89 |
19
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R 250.00
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Wine: Vouvray Le Mont Sec
Plump for a moment, with peach, ginger and mineral hints backed by a medium-weight, juicy finish. Shows solid length and weight for the vintage.
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