BORDEAUX 1989
September 26th 2019
Highly acclaimed from the outset as a «vintage of the century», 1989 was the earliest harvest (at that time) in the history of Bordeaux. A very hot vintage that produced full, ripe, intense reds with enormous aging potential. These full bodied reds have barely reached their peak, and with lots of structured tannins, should continue to evolve favourably into the next decade. The châteaux chosen for this tasting should confirm the high quality level and evolution of this outstanding 1989 vintage. Thirty years later, and for the third time (in 1999 & 2009), come and rediscover this remarkable Bordeaux vintage.
Château Angélus, St-Émilion
Château Tertre Roteboeuf, St-Émilion
Château Sociando-Mallet, Haut-Médoc
Château Pavie Macquin, St-Émilion
Château Moulin Pey Labrie, Cuvée Bénédicte, Canon-Fronsac
Château Léoville Las Cases, St-Julien
Château Fieuzal, Pessac-Léognan
Vin mystère-Mystery wine
RED BOURGOGNE 2016
October 10th 2019
Quality is through the roof, but quantity is dramatically reduced (up to 50% in some areas), which entails ridiculously high prices for this outstanding 2016 Burgundy vintage. Low yields (frost and hail) lead to rich and quite concentrated reds, while cool nights maintained refreshing acidity and great balance. 2016 has produced reds bursting with ripe berry flavours and perfect tannins for the long haul. The Burgundy aficionado will be excited and seduced by the incredible quality, but prices should curb the enthusiasm. A selection of upscale producers should help us verify the high quality level and great aging potential of this outstanding Burgundy vintage.
Volnay 1er Cru «En Caillerets», Domaine de la Pousse d’Or
Nuits Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Cailles, Bouchard Père
Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru «Les Échanges», Remoissenet
Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes, Frédéric Magnien
Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru «Au Closeau», Drouhin Laroze
Volnay 1er Cru Santenots, Domaine Bernard & Thierry Glantenay
Givry 1er Cru Clos Salomon, Domaine du Clos Salomom
Vin mystère-Mystery wine
CHALLENGE 1999 : BORDEAUX VS THE WORLD III
October 24th 2019
When it came to fine reds that offer richness and elegance Bordeaux stood alone at the top for the last few centuries ! Many producers from around the world have been imitating and trying to catch up to Bordeaux the Icon. An increasing number of Cabernet and Meritage (blend of Bordeaux varietals) producers have been crafting high quality reds with great aging potential that are remarkably comparable. The evolution of the Bordeaux style paired with the amazing results from hard working and determined producers from around the world annouces a fierce competition. Come compare the reay for drinking World wannabees to the established Crus Classés of Bordeaux in this 20 years old vintage.
1999 Château Léoville Barton, St-Julien
1999 Penfold’s Cabernet Sauvignon Bin 707, South Australia
1999 Château Sociando-Mallet, Haut-Médoc
1999 Cakebread Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California
1999 Château Montrose, St-Estèphe
1999 Umani Ronchi Pelago, IGT Marches, Italia
1999 Château Quinault l’Enclos, St-Émilion
1999 Honig Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California
CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2016
November 7th 2019
Châteauneuf-du-Pape produced extra-ordinary reds in 2016: high quality, great extract, surprising freshness and great aging potential. The reputed oenologist Philippe Cambie stated that he had never seen this high quality grapes since he began his practice in 1998. With more acidity and better balance, the outstanding 2016 will outlive the excellent 2015 CDPs. In this superlative vintage, the Southern Rhône, but especially Châteauneuf, should satisfy the fan of rich, flavourful yet elegant reds. A selection of reputed producers should confirm the quality level and aging potential of the star of the southern Rhône in this remarkable 2016 vintage.
Château de Nalys, Cuvée Pierre de Nalys (Guigal)
Clos des Papes
Tardieu-Laurent
Domaine de Cristia, Cuvée La Guigasse
Xavier Vignon
Domaine La Barroche Cuvée Signature
Clos du Mont Olivet
Vin mystère/Mystery wine
GERMAN MOSEL RIESLING
November 21th 2019
When it comes down to finesse, the world reputed Riesling has become the connoisseur’s preferred white. Germany and especially the Mosel, is reputed as being one of the best cool climate districts where Riesling thrives. This educational tasting will give us the opportunity to go through the various styles, and at the same time, discover the amazing aging potential of German Riesling. From 2015 Kabinett to 1997 Auslese, come experience the incredible diversity while enjoying the finesse and elegance of the best Rieslings the Mosel offers.
KABINETT:
2015 Urziger Wurzgarten Mosel, Monchhof
2011 Saarburg Rausch Mosel, Ziliken
SPATLESE:
2005 Leiwener Laurentiuslay Mosel, St-Urbans Hof
2004 Urziger Wurzgarten Mosel, Selbach Oster
2002 Zeltinger Zonnenuhr Mosel, Selbach Oster
AUSLESE:
1999 Saarburg Rausch Mosel, Ziliken
1998 Zeltinger Zonnenuhr Mosel, Selbach Oster
1997 Erdener Treppchen Mosel, Dr. Loosen
WHISKY NEW STYLES WORKSHOP
December 5th 2019
Scotch Whisky has enormously evolved in the last decade. The Single Malt Scotch Whisky industry has created many new styles and cuvées of this trendy spirit: Cask Strength, Double Matured, Vintage dated, Organic, Virgin Oak, Single Barrel… Every aspect of these new styles of Scotch Whisky will be covered during this seminar. A selection of 6 whiskies will be served and explained. Come and discover these novelties of the Single Malt Scotch Whisky industry.
Tullardine 228 Single Malt Burgundy Finish Highlands
Macallan 12 years Single Malt Triple Cask Speyside
Old Particular Invergordon Single Cask 21 years Highlands
Highland Queen Majesty 16 years Single Malt Highlands
Arran Sauternes Finish Isle of Arran Highlands
Benromach 2007 Single Malt Sassiscaia Wood Finish Speyside
BORDEAUX 2016
December 19th 2019
The 2016 Bordeaux vintage is already heralded as a «vintage of the century», and fortunately, this time, its true! An outstanding vintage displaying the total package: extract, freshness, elegance, balance, structure, length and great potential. Unfortunately prices have continued to increase, which makes finding bargains quite difficult. The left bank seems to offer reds with a touch more structure and potential. The September showers combined with the amazing sunny and lengthy fall assured perfect ripeness. The châteaux chosen for this tasting should confirm the high quality level and potential of this outstanding Bordeaux vintage.
Domaine de Chevalier, Pessac-Léognan
Château Feytit-Clinet, Pomerol
Château Trottevieille, St-Émilion
Château Gruaud-Larose, St-Julien
Château Malartic-Lagravière, Pessac-Léognan
Château Malescot St-Exupéry, Margaux
Château Branaire-Ducru, St-Julien
Vin mystère-Mystery wine