The full bodied, spicy aroma offers delicate notes of juniper berry oil, citrus, orris, coriander and caraway seed. Palate entry is mildly peppery, floral and fruity; at midpalate the flavor profile focuses more on oils and juniper. A unique and great gin.
Plymouth, England, 41.2% abv, $23
I rate this one at 90 out of 100
Archive for November, 2007
30 Nov
Plymouth English Gin
30 Nov
colombelle White 88 points
Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne Colombelle White 2006
A fresh white, with juicy, crunchy flavors of pear, apple and spice. Finishes with appealing herbal notes and a squirt of citrus. Try as a party aperitif. Colombard, Ugni Blanc, Listan and Chardonnay. Drink now. 400,000 cases made. From France.
I rate this one at 88 out [...]
29 Nov
PERRIN & FILS White 88 points
Côtes du Rhône White Réserve 2006
Refreshing, with peach, anise and grapefruit notes backed by a nice mineral hint. Has weight, but stays bright through the finish. Drink now. 10,000 cases made. From France.
I rate this one at 88 out of 100
28 Nov
J. & F. LURTON 86 points
Sauvignon Blanc Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan Les Fumées Blanches 2006
This has a fresh herbal cast, with plenty of lime and ruby grapefruit on the crisp finish, with minerally elements. Drink now. 200,000 cases made. From France.
I rate this one at 86 out of 100
27 Nov
VERAMONTE Cabernet Sauvignon 87 points
Cabernet Sauvignon Colchagua Valley Reserva
Nice fleshy mix of black currant, licorice, bramble and sweet toast. Juicy, inviting finish. Drink now. 25,000 cases imported. From Chile.
I rate this one at 87 out 100
26 Nov
ALAMOS Chardonnay 87 points
Chardonnay Mendoza 2006
Juicy, with yellow apple, fig and butter notes that stay fresh and pure through the finish. Drink now. 67,000 cases imported.
I rate this at 87 out of 100
26 Nov
TERREDORA white 91 points
Greco di Tufo Loggia della Serra 2005
Shows piecrust, apricot and apple, with hints of mineral. Very aromatic. Full-bodied, with lots of fruit and a long, flavorful finish. Bright and fruity. This is always outstanding. Drink now. 15,000 cases made. From Italy
I rate this at 91 out of 100
25 Nov
LES JAMELLES Merlot 85 points
Merlot Vin de Pays d’Oc 2004
Juicy, quaffable red, with concentrated red cherry and spice flavors. Medium-bodied, with a lingering finish of sandalwood and maple. Drink now. 12,000 cases imported. From France.
I rate this one at 85 out of 100
24 Nov
MEZZACORONA
Chardonnay Vigneti delle Dolomiti 2005
A Chardonnay with pretty ripe apple and light caramel character. Full, round and delicious. Drink now. 100,000 cases made. From Italy.
I rate this one at 88 out of 100
24 Nov
COVEY RUN
Gewürztraminer Columbia Valley 2005
Lightly sweet, with distinctive peppery, nutmeg-scented grapefruit and quince flavors, finishing with a gentle texture. Drink now. 18,000 cases made. From Washington State.
I rate this at 88 out of 100
