White
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 …
260. Nicola Bergaglio, Gavi di Gavi Minaia, 2003
The white served at Paul Heslop’s wedding, this one, and another great example of Gavi di Gavi. I’m really starting to like this grape …
257. Vignerons du Sieur d’Arques, Blanquette de Limoux Brut Diaphane, 2001
My first true Blanquette de Limoux (as opposed to Crémant de Limoux) made from the local Mauzac grape (instead of Chardonnay etc.). Limoux claim …
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. …
246. Bodegas Faustino, Faustino VII Rioja Blanco, 2004
Picked up from work as a thank you from the FD. Overall a bit indifferent – probably OK on a hot day, but I’d …
242. d’Arenberg, Riesling The Noble McLaren Vale, 2000
Another wine courtesy of Steve Otterburn. I still haven’t had The Dead Arm Shiraz for which d’Arenberg is most renowned, but this is a …
241. Disznókő, Tokaji Aszú 6 Puttonyos, 1993
Yet another example of Tokaji to match up to Christmas pudding. And this one was particularly enjoyable – not so much for its complexity …
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 …