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Pierre Sparr
The nose is reminiscent of white almonds, kiwis, strawberries and a trace of white flowers. Opening in the glass, the wine shows tasty notes of hazelnut, peach and yeasty baked bread. The fruity acidity lifts the palate with an agreeable freshness.
Pierre Sparr
Gewurztraminer, AOC Alsace – 2011
The Gewurztraminer opens slowly with notes of rosewood and licorice followed by floral acacia and fruity apricot aromas. On the palate this youthful wine shows a juicy sweetness and delicate acidity that will become more pronounced with maturity.
Pierre Sparr
Alsace One, AOC Alsace – 2010
Fresh and minerally on the nose, with light, fruity notes of lychee, hints of grass paired with exotic pineapple and papaya. The palate follows with fresh fruit; a dynamic acidity, balanced with plenty of extract and a pleasantly light, racy body.
Pierre Sparr
Crémant d’Alsace Brut Rosé – Non Vintage
Fresh aromas of soft red berries, predominantly strawberry and raspberry. Round and fruity with hints of peach; the flavors are intense, with lively acidity framed by a well-made structure and delicate bubbles. The finish is smooth, clean and dry.
Pierre Sparr
Crémant d’Alsace Brut Reserve – Non Vintage
The nose offers aromas of melon and dried mango with minerals and hints of nuts. The soft mousseux leaves a pleasant feeling on the palate, accompanied by a racy, powerful body and crisp, lemony acidity that brings freshness to this Crémant.
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Coddington, Kumeu – 2009
The 2009 Coddington Chardonnay displays the typical ripe-peach fruit we expect from this site. The palate is forward with a luxurious creamy texture and lovely balancing acidity.
Domaine Laroche
Chablis Premier Cru Les Vaillons Vieilles Vignes – 2009
The Tasting Panel
92 points
“Pure, bright and juicy with lovely ripe fruit, bright acidity and elegance; lush and ripe with depth and balance; long and complete.”
Domaine Laroche
Chablis Grand Cru Les Blanchots – 2009
The Wine Advocate
92 points
“Layers of expressive fruit fill out the wine’s broad shouldered frame nicely. This is a…refined, polished Blanchots. The style built on volume rather than minerality will appeal most to readers who like richer Chablis...The balance is impeccable.”
Domaine Laroche
Chablis Grand Cru Les Blanchots La Réserve de l’Obédience – 2009
The Wine Advocate
92 points
“Laroche’s flagship Chablis Les Blanchots Reserve de l’Obedience is a selection of the estate’s best barrels from Blanchots…considerable depth and density, with a rich tapestry of fruit that tends towards the tropical end of the spectrum.”
Domaine Laroche
Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos – 2009
The Wine Advocate
90 points
“Like the Blanchots, the Clos is a wine built mostly on fruit rather than structure or minerality. The 40% French oak is very nicely integrated…”
Domaine Laroche
Chablis Premier Cru Les Vaillons Vieilles Vignes – 2009
The Wine Advocate
90 points
“The 2009 Chablis Les Vaillons wraps around the palate with succulent pears, apricots, light floral honey and mint layered into the generous, rich finish. This inviting, opulent wine is likely to offer its greatest pleasure upon release.”
Domaine Laroche
Chablis Premier Cru Les Vaudevey – 2009
The Wine Advocate
91 points
“The cooler, later-ripening side of Chablis comes through in the 2009 Chablis Les Vaudevey. Slate, crushed rocks, green apples, melon and white peaches emerge from the glass. Floral notes add lift on the bright finish.”
Domaine Laroche
Chablis Saint Martin – 2010
The Wine Advocate
89 points
“The qualities of the year come through beautifully in the 2010 Chablis Saint Martin. Layers of silky, polished fruit flow with gorgeous length and persistence. The is another overachiever among the entry-level wines of this great Chablis vintage.”
Domaine Laroche
Chablis Saint Martin – 2011
The Wine Advocate
88 points
“Laroche’s 2011 Chablis Saint Martin…has plenty of depth…an excellent value in white Burgundy.”
Schramsberg Vineyards
Crémant Demi-sec, North Coast – 2008
A complex nose of candied guava, apricot and dried cherry is complemented by rich aromas of honey and warm sticky bun. The palate is velvety with sweet tropical flavors of pineapple, papaya and mango. A balanced acidity lingers in the long finish.
Domaine Laroche
Chablis Saint Martin – 2010
jamessuckling.com
92 points
“Mineral and sliced apple turns to cooked apple and lemons. Full and racy with a clean and bright finish. Delicious finish. So lively.”
Castello di Volpaia
Chianti Classico DOCG – 2010
The Wine Advocate
89+ points
“The 2010 Chianti Classico is quite pretty in this vintage. Sweet dark cherries, mint, wild herbs and licorice are some of the many layers that emerge from this finely-knit Chianti Classico.”
Castello di Volpaia
Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG – 2009
The Wine Advocate
88 points
“The 2009 Chianti Classico Riserva opens with an attractive, plump fruit, but then the French oak becomes dominant on the mid-palate. Flowers, sweet spices and licorice wrap around the finish.”
Castello di Volpaia
Vinsanto del Chianti Classico DOC – 2005
The Wine Advocate
90 points
“The 2005 Vinsanto del Chianti Classico is quite pretty. Honey, dried flowers, figs, orange marmalade and spices come together nicely in this medium-bodied, moderately sweet wine. A hint of white truffles develops on the long, creamy finish.”
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Village, Kumeu – 2009
This wine features lifted fruit aromas, along with a touch of nuttiness: the hint of hazelnut that is so typical of Chardonnay. The palate shows a nice peachy ripeness along with a crisp flinty character that gives the wine a refreshing quality.
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