Box: April 2022
April
Nobody is a fool this April with a lovely mix of French wines from an old friend with a new shop – Vinodome.
Expect a classic mix of reds from Bordeaux and light sunny whites from the south but a couple added bonus. The Grenache from Famille Descombe is one of those hidden treats. Full of flavour exploding in your mouth at a price we would expect to see 3 years ago. A nice balance to the tannins you will also find from Saint-Emillon and other Bordeaux regions.
The whites also grabbed my attention. Davalade from the hills outside of Montpellier is a great example of an “Any time, anywhere” white. Light and clear with a bit of green apple. Just enough to clean the pallet and keep you fresh. Then there is the very French sounding “Chignin Bergeron” and its delicate mix of apricots. Roussanne is not a grape we come by often, so enjoy this rare find.
We hope you will enjoy this “No Surprise”April, and the new treats and old favourites you will find at Vinodome.
Davalade
Wine description:
- Country: France
- Grape: Cuveé
- Alcohol: 13%
- Style: Medium-bodied dry white wine
- Drink: Wine for immediate consumption
- Supplier: Vinodome
- vivino: 4.0
- Price: 249 Kč
Mike's Tip
This wine comes from the Moulin de Gassac, just a few kilometers from Montpellier. Soft green apples tones with a touch of acidity. Simple and agreeable, a great all round wine.
Belle Aisance
Wine description:
- Country: France
- Grape: Chardonnay
- Alcohol: 13%
- Style: Medium-bodied dry white wine
- Drink: Wine with potencial 2 to 5 years
- Supplier: Vinodome
- vivino: 3.8
- Price: 249 Kč
Mike's Tip
A chardonnay of the sea! The deep roots of these vines extract a bit of salinity and minerals adding to what is otherwise a classic chardonnay with a hint of oak. Will do well with sushi or other Asian dishes.
Les Abymes
Wine description:
- Country: France
- Grape: Cuveé
- Alcohol: 11,5%
- Style: Medium-bodied dry white wine
- Drink: Wine for immediate consumption
- Supplier: Vinodome
- vivino: 3.4
- Price: 289 Kč
Mike's Tip
Fresh, vibrant with medium acidity and a pale yellow colour. After the initial citrus flavour, look for minerals in the rather long finish.
Chignin Bergeron
Wine description:
- Country: France
- Grape: Cuveé
- Alcohol: 13%
- Style: Rich, full-bodied dry white wine
- Drink: Wine with potencial 2 to 5 years
- Supplier: Vinodome
- vivino: 3.7
- Price: 449 Kč
Mike's Tip
A complex wine that brings hints of apricot, slate and lite wood. A perfect balance and medium finish making this great for shell fish, or a cheese based pasta dish.
Chateau L`Estang
Wine description:
- Country: France
- Grape: Cuveé
- Alcohol: 14%
- Style: Medium-bodied dry white wine
- Drink: Wine with potencial 2 to 5 years
- Supplier: Vinodome
- vivino: 3.6
- Price: 249 Kč
Mike's Tip
Not every wine need be remarkable, but agreeable is a must. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot bring classic Bordeaux grapes into an affordable every day drink. It will improve with a breath, so let it breath.
Chateau Les Hommes Chemin Blanc
Wine description:
- Country: France
- Grape: Cuveé
- Alcohol: 13,5%
- Style: Medium-bodied red wine
- Drink: Wine with potencial 2 to 5 years
- Supplier: Vinodome
- vivino: 3.5
- Price: 249 Kč
Mike's Tip
A young wild wine coming from the area around Bordeaux that NEEDS TO BREATH before drinking. Fruit an pepper that will do best with your dinner after an hour or so of fresh air.
Chateau Moulin de Lussac
Wine description:
- Country: France
- Grape: Cuveé
- Alcohol: 13,5%
- Style: Medium-bodied red wine
- Drink: Wine with potencial 2 to 5 years
- Supplier: Vinodome
- vivino: 3.7
- Price: 289 Kč
Mike's Tip
This mix of 5 grapes (Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Merlot) offers a mix of soft red fruits and a little pepper. Saint-Emilion is one of the most famous Bordeaux areas, and this ballanced red shows you why.
Famille Descombe
Wine description:
- Country: France
- Grape: Grenache
- Alcohol: 13,5%
- Style: Full-bodied, rich red wine
- Drink: Wine with potencial 2 to 5 years
- Supplier: Vinodome
- Price: 239 Kč
Mike's Tip
This was one of those WOW wines for me. An explosion of Rhone fruit flavour at a bargain price. Trust me, its great and you will want more….