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278. Champagne Perrier-Jouët, Champagne Belle Epoque Brut, 1998
So this one’s way out there… Picked up a half-case of this going cheap from Majestic online, because I knew that my brother and …
275. Moët et Chandon, Champagne Cuvée Dom Pérignon Vintage Brut, 1990
So, after much to-ing and fro-ing we finally drank this to wet the head of my nephew Dexter, only 14 months after he was …
273. Maison Folly, Meursault, 2000
Oddbins had 3 Meursaults on sale so I went for the 2000. Hmmm. Once again I find myself underwhelmed by a Meursault. A glass …
270. Leeuwin Estate, Chardonnay Art Series Margaret River, 2002
Even in Selfridges’ sale, this was expensive, and it felt like paying for the renown of one of (if not “the”) Australia’s finest Chardonnays. …
262. Olivier Leflaive, Meursault, 1998
This, however, was so much more disappointing. Paul’s Dad chipped this in, but you could sense a ‘flattened’ aroma because it was mildly corked. …
261. Olivier Leflaive, Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Hameau de Blagny, 2000
So, the day after Princess’ wedding, recovering with a whole roast pig (!), and as the dregs drifted away, the hard core of family …
248. Hunter’s, Chardonnay Marlborough, 2002
This Hunter’s offering was much better than the Pinot Noir. Pale yellow-gold colour. Medium intensity nose of grilled pear, buttered toast and butterscotch hints. …
239. Champagne Jean Moutardier, Brut Millésimé, 1996
Whereas this was a real pleasure and a great example of a ‘96! A second entry for Moutardier’s vintage, and the middle of a …
238. Champagne Laurent-Perrier, Brut Millésimé, 1996
Disappointing, this one. For a Champagne from one of the greater vintages, it seemed a little harsh, and less complex than I expected. Medium …
223. Bodegas Trapiche, Trapiche Medalla Mendoza, 1996
Top end of the Bodegas Trapiche range from Argentina, that was available in the Diageo staff shop, so I thought I’d test. Deep yellow-gold …