Appellation Cheverny Rouillon Controlee
Variety Red Gamay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc & Malbec.
Producer (Winery) Thierry and Jean-Marie Puzelat
Region Loire
Sub-Region Loire Valley
Harvest (Vintage) 2009
This is a blend of Pinot Noir & Gamay with a purple, intensly grapey hue….slightly turbid in the glass unadulterated by fining or filtration. The aromas are of cherry, blackberry and plum with a blast of high-toned cranberry. Good vitality on the palate…medium-bodied with sinewy, textured cherry and black fruits…it sings in earthen tones with dashes of spice, licorice, grilled meats & pepper. Oak doesn’t really play a part in this wine…it’s there but just a memory in the liquid itself, sitting well back, quietly in the wines profile. The acidity is fresh and bright, the tannin, chewy, ripe and chalky. The finish isn’t particulary long but that does not detract from a wine which is very enjoyable drinking. A rustic & vinous fruit compote with spice, wet stone, earth, grilled meats and tarragon.70 pts.|Priority : ★★ |
French Silk
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Appellation Controlee
Variety; Gamay & Syrah.
Producer (Winery) Collin Bourisset
Region France
Sub-Region
Harvest (Vintage) 2009
I’m found of design, branding, and presentation especially with wine bottles. This usually means I shun the silly logos or labels stuck in the 1980s, but I couldn’t resist the packaging of French Silk Syrah Cabernet. I kind of appreciate risk taking especially when French wines usually stick to labels with their region and simplicity.
Sadly, my risk taking didn’t pay off. French Silk’s flavor did not live up to its brightly colored cap. it didn't made a grade but the dinner was actually tasty so we got some feeling out of the wine. We ended up asking for a second bottle which was cheaper and better. The smell was still a metallic grape juice. The taste wasn’t too bad at first, but after a little more exposure to air, it soured pretty quickly to a bland concoction of flavored water. 50 pts.|Priority : ★ |
I’m found of design, branding, and presentation especially with wine bottles. This usually means I shun the silly logos or labels stuck in the 1980s, but I couldn’t resist the packaging of French Silk Syrah Cabernet. I kind of appreciate risk taking especially when French wines usually stick to labels with their region and simplicity.
Sadly, my risk taking didn’t pay off. French Silk’s flavor did not live up to its brightly colored cap. it didn't made a grade but the dinner was actually tasty so we got some feeling out of the wine. We ended up asking for a second bottle which was cheaper and better. The smell was still a metallic grape juice. The taste wasn’t too bad at first, but after a little more exposure to air, it soured pretty quickly to a bland concoction of flavored water. 50 pts.|Priority : ★ |