By: Wineaux DLynn P
Last night was another fun evening of tasting great producers from magnificent vintages. P-Rob decided to start the evening with a bottle of 1988 Mugneret Grands Echezeaux. Baked chocolate, dried plums, and a huge mineral component made this wine a great “aperitif”. We then moved on to 1998 Chateau La Clusiere. This is a 2 acre property just above Pavie. With classic south-facing and limestone exposure, this St. Emilion jewel has rarity written all over it. Simon then decides to pull a hat trick of 2000 Pichon Lalande, 98 Montpertuis Chateauneuf and 2000 Chateau Clinet from Pomerol. Of course there is not much to say about 2000 Pichon except that it is a 97 point Parker wine that will last at least 30 years. Next the Montpertuis from recently posted Neal Rosenthal Imports was absolutely smoking. Huge herbaceousness, massive game and leathery notes, and that almost undeniable essence of garrigue. Then lastly, the 2000 Clinet, which is situated on the famous Gunz plateau of Pomerol known for its gravel deposits. Rich in ripe currants and coffee bean, followed by cedar and fresh turned earth. Another wine that will last forever.
Thanks Simon for popping 3 big boys(good thing England is playing this weekend)!
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