Domaine Carneros THE FAMOUS GATE Pinot Noir California
Where it's from:
USA, California, Carneros
Price per case:
£171.22
Bottles per case:
6 x 75 cl
Style:
Soft & Supple Reds
Description:
In the heart of the Carneros appellation stands the majestic chateau which houses Domaine Carneros winery. Claude Taittinger, president of Champagne Taittinger, traveled in the Carneros as a young man and recognized the potential of this beautiful area to produce world class wines. With the completion of Domaine Carneros in 1989, his dream of a California prestige winery became a reality. Domaine Carneros stands as testimony to Champagne Taittinger's devotion to the creation of fine wines, and is considered the landmark of the region. The 2000 Famous Gate Pinot Noir is loaded with fruit intensity. Aromas of plum, dark cherry, blackberry and raspberry fill the nose and intermingle with scents of toast, smoke and coffee. The wine hints of strawberry jam, cinnamon and chocolate. As always with this wine the texture is opulent and velvety soft. The wine is aged for 10 months in French oak 50% of which is new each year. (6 x 75 cl)
Region:
USA, California, Carneros
Producer:
Domaine Carneros
Product ID:
12473
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Prieure de Montezargues Tavel Rose
Description: Gloriously situated and highly recommended by top Tavel and Lirac growers. We were told they were simply the best. Mme Allauzen, assisted by her daughter, has 34 hectares of 30-year-old vines planted on sandy soil with which they yield no more than 42 hl/ha. They only make Tavel and well over 90% is sold locally from thegate, such is their reputation (12 x 75 cl) Price: £155.04
