Feb 08 2012
French Red/White Wines
FRENCH RED
- Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 - Domaine de l’Attilon - 100% Cab. Sauv. grape -
- Black fruits on the nose with spicy cocoa notes
- Palate: Structured with tannins, notes of vanilla
- Excellent with Games, roasts, red meats and Bleu Cheeses.
Merlot 2006 - Domaine de l’Attilon - 100% Merlot Grape
- Ruby colours, aromatic on the nose
- Palate: Supple with fine tannins, notes of vanilla and liquoric
Bordeaux, Chateau Vieux-Georget AC 2006 (Vegetarian)
- Noticeably clean and soft-fruited claret with an uncomplicated and approachable ripeness in the mouth
Cotes du Rhone Villages Laudun Red 2004
- Deep cherry-red with light brick reflections
- Complex nose, ripe red fruit dominating
- Red fruit, balanced and harmonious structure, followed by complex aromas of garrigue and black pepper. Long velvet finish.
FRENCH WHITE
Iula Viognier 2006 - Vin de Pays d’Oc
- Beautiful light but brilliant yellow colour. Very aromatic nose full of flowers, apricots and citrus fruit.
- Persistent freshness and richness in the mouth
- Either drink as an aperitif or with exotic dishes
Sauvignon Blanc 2006 - Domaine de l’Attilon
- Light yellow in colour with green reflections
- Aromatic with white flower aromas
- Lively, well balanced, with almond flavour
- Excellent with seafood and white meats
Chardonnay 2006 - Domaine de l’Atillon
- Gold and shiny in colour
- Flower aromas on the nose with notes of mixed lemon and orange and quince as well.
- Ample and well balanced on the palate
- Excellent with seafood
Bordeaux, Chateau Vieux Georget AC 2006 (vegetarian)
- A nice yeasty aroma and delightful citrus flavour give this wine an intriguing character.
- Light and crisp in style
- It is a superb all-rounder from Jean da Fre’s small chateau south of Bordeaux
- Grape varieties: Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon/Muscadelle
- Dry