2017 Domaine Rostaing Le Vassal (Rene Rostaing), France, Languedoc, Wine Review

Vintage: 
2017
Score: 
86
Grade: 
B
Current Price: 
$30.00USD

Rene Rostaing is one of the top producers of Cote Rotie in the Rhone valley.  This is from his Languedoc winery also known as Domaine de Puech Noble.  It is mostly Syrah with come Mourvedre and Grenache.  Ruby/purple in color, mostly opaque and bright.  The nose is sweaty/earthy with some black raspberries and black cherries.  Soft texture.  Medium tannins.  Medium bodied.  On the palate, black cherry fruit.  This seems past prime based on this  bottle and needs to be consumed.  It will be better with food.  Meatloaf would be a good pairing.  

2022 Jadix Picpoul de Pinet, France, Languedoc, Wine Review

Vintage: 
2022
Score: 
87
Grade: 
B
Current Price: 
$13.00USD

This is 100% Picpoul grapes from southern France.  Light gold in color with slight green hues, clear and bright.  The nose has a bit of sulfur/gunpowder on it but also nice lemon, and a bit of papaya.  Light bodied.  On the palate, tart green apple with some lemon.  Moderate finish.  This is ok on its own but really better with food.  It worked well with soft cheeses.  Drink now.  

2022 Cuvaison Chardonnay, Coeurtina

Vintage: 
2022
Score: 
95
Grade: 
A+
Current Price: 
$70.00USD

Cuvaison’s Small Lot program showcases small production of unique wines “of character and complexity and which explore different styles and techniques.” I have reviewed many of their Small Lot wines over the years and they have all excelled. Therefore, it’s exciting to once again taste a new Small Lot Chardonnay. As with all Small Lot wines, these are estate grown.

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