by Norm Bentley
The North Georgia Wine Advisor
2023 Year End Special
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#48-2023
It has been a long time since I have sampled a wine which I would rate as a 95 score, probably more than five years. This year the Chardonnay Queen and I had just such an experience. As a companion to our medium rare roasted tenderloin for Christmas dinner we indulged in her favorite red, Chateauneuf du Pape! This was to be specific, Domaine Vielle Julienne Chateauneuf du Pape les Trois Sources 2020. This one is a typical blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, and a couple of others. It is a well structured wine which reeks of blackberries and cassis, with swirling flavors of black cherries and plums, with a spicy mineral finish. To say that this one begs for another sip would be a gross understatement, when in fact, it demands it! The alcohol content is 15%. and Norm's score is 95. (prices range from $55 to $ 75)
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Since it is almost New Year's, below are a few suggestions for sparkling wine
Louis Roederer "Collection 243" NV Champagne
Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label NV Champagne
Schramsberg Blanc de Noirs 2020 Sparkling Wine
Moet $ Chandon White Star NV Champagne
Mumm Napa Brut Rose NV Sparkling Wine
Korbel Natural Brut NV Sparkling Wine
La Marca Prosecco NV Sparkling Wine
Happy New Year !
Norm
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