790. Capezzana, Vin Santo di Carmignano Riserva, 2006 
789. Domaine Zind-Humbrecht, Pinot Gris Clos Saint Urban Rangen de Thann Grand Cru Sélection de Grains Nobles, 2009 
788. Château Jolys, Jurançon Cuvée Jean Terrae Essencia, 2010 
787. Dr. Loosen, Erdener Treppchen Auslese Riesling 2012, Beerenauslese Riesling 2010, Eiswein Riesling Mosel, 2012 
786. Mount Horrocks, Cordon Cut Riesling Clare Valley, 2013 
785. Château de Fesles, Bonnezeaux, 1996 
£20.44; 15%
After Bollinger Grande Année 1999, this was a comedy / random first still white at dinner with Tim, Kristy, Matt, Ellie and Goof. And Zeus. Given its whopping 15% ABV, I wasn’t sure how this would turn out, but it actually pleased the crowd, and again showed the quality of 2010 flavour profile. Though served well-chilled, the alcohol was nevertheless not overt and burning. Pale gold. Dry, toasty – almost corked, but actually mineral notes – over a soapy, rosemary and peach nose. Bone dry palate, of soap, apricot and toasty touches. Full-bodied, with some oiliness, yet not blowsy. Enough acidity almost to be ‘crisp’. Long, minerally, slatey finish. Nice.
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