Venica & Venica
Collio Sauvignon ‘Ronco del Cerò’ 2009
The Venica & Venica winery dates back to 1930, when the
current owners’ grandfather, Daniele, started what has become one of Friuli
Venezia Giulia’s shining lights under the direction of brothers Gianni and
Giorgio. This wine is a stainless-steel fermented 100% Sauvignon Blanc from
seven different vineyards, and takes its name from the hill originally
purchased by Daniele. A complex Sauvignon Blanc - very enjoyable in the
tail-end of summer but will drink well for some time - the subtle aromas of passion
fruit and gooseberries are complemented by spice notes.
Domaine de l'Abbaye Cotes de Provence Rosé Clôs Beylesse 2010
With a wife who loves a good Rosé in hot weather, summer
brought a veritable swathe of light reds my way over summer. Some may have been
enjoyable at the time, but didn’t necessarily warrant a return visit, but that
can not be said of the Clos Beylesse. Unusually
contained in a striking blue bottle, it catches the eye, even if it doesn’t
scream Rosé. Accordingly, the wine is far more subtle than many of the sweet
pinks floating around, its pale-pink colouring setting the scene for a
decidedly elegant and balanced palate, yet with a pleasantly floral nose.
Bassermann-Jordan Riesling QbA Trocken 2009
Based in Deidesheim, the Basserman-Jordan wine estate has
been a family-run enterprise for nearly 300 years. Their 2009 dry (trocken)
Riesling is a lovely pale lemon with noticeable small carbon-dioxide bubbles in
the glass. Pronounced aromatics, dominated by ripe peach, with subtle floral
notes. The palate starts out quite dry, but with a slight balancing sweetness
on the finish. Medium-high acidity with slightly prominent alcohol leading to a
more full-bodied style of dry Riesling, with flavours of green apple and peach.
A good wine for the price, it offers plenty of enjoyment. Best for current
drinking.
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