By: AJ McClellan
Above is Amanda with the wine of the night
Every once in a while it is good to sit back and relax after a long hard day’s work… In such an occasion there is nothing I love more than to open a great bottle of old Burgundy. We had a great group around the table and good company always makes a great bottle even better. There was a litter of bottles on the table but the only one that I can remember is the 1986 Domaine Chandon de Brailles form Corton. The nose spoke of roasted hazelnuts with a slight hint of burnt vanilla beans and toast. The palate was wonderful with honeyed apricots and a slight oxidized character that added personality and complexity. After some time in the glass Amanda exclaimed “It tastes just like S’mores!” and sure enough she hit the nail on the head – roasted marshmallows and graham crackers… It was a great day capped off with a fantastic wine; I can guarantee you that this wine will convert even the staunchest red wine drinker…