the other sweet Chenin Blanc-based appellations of the Loire Valley
but it will be even better in another year or two
Dry River has followed three key vineyard management principles: no irrigation
assertive oak spice
TASTING NOTES: This wine delivers attractive black fruit and oaky aromas and flavors that stay focused and long through the wine's finish
Clos Du Calvaire, Chateauneuf du Pape 2009 Bordeaux Blanc the other sweet Chenin Blanc-based92 Jeb Dunnuck A tank aged blend of 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 10% Cinsault, the 2009 Vignobles Mayard Chteauneuf du Pape Clos du Calvaire is a ripe, lavishly textured beauty that possesses loads of plum, crme de cassis, melted licorice, roasted herb, and charcoal aromas and flavors. Full bodied and decadent on the palate, with solid mid palate depth, a rich, mouth filling texture, good acidity, and solid length, this is certainly approachable now,