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$25, 4 stars, 89 points, beaujolais, france, gamay, moulin-a-vent
My tasting group reconvened last night after a 9-month hiatus. It was good to be back! This little gem went under the radar. No one guessed Cru Beaujolais! I decided to bring the rest home and retry it under less stressful conditions. The wine is medium ruby colored with slight staining and medium viscosity (13% ABV). On the nose I get medium intensity aromas of black cherry, black raspberry, cola and pepper. The palate is dry with medium (+) acidity, medium tannins and a medium (-) body. It has settled down since last nice, the tannic grip far smoother and less intense. Flavors of dark red fruit coupled with cola, pepper and a granitic minerality coat my mouth ever so. The finish is medium in length and has a slightly sour cherry note, keeping things fresh. A delightful Gamay wine that could drink nicely till 2028. I’m going with 89 points and for $25- 4 stars. Salut….