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Château Haut-Brion 1999

Château Haut-Brion 1999

What can be said about this monumental first growth? Tasted over 90 minutes, it evolved slowly with cascading notes of black currant, blueberry, perfumy violets and forest floor. Fresh and pure on the palate, with silky tannins, superb balance and a lengthy, seductive finish interlaced with subtle minerality and flavors of cedar and spice. A […]

Bérêche et Fils Champagne Milléime Vieilles Sélectionnées 2005

Bérêche et Fils Champagne Milléime Vieilles Sélectionnées 2005

Bérêche et Fils has become a favorite grower Champagne of mine, thanks to a generous friend who always seems to have it on hand, the 2005 Brut Milléime Vieilles Sélectionnées is no exception. I’m always impressed by the depth and complexity Bérêche possesses—the nose is quite lush with brioche notes, orchard fruits, dried pineapple, candied orange […]

Bérêche et Fils Champagne Les Beaux Regards NV

Bérêche et Fils Champagne Les Beaux Regards NV

Bérêche et Fils Champagne Les Beaux Regards NV is finely crafted, as are all of their Champagnes. 100% Chardonnay is redolent with brioche notes and orchard fruit. On the palate, a fine mousse, minerality and orange peel and coriander. Nice creaminess on the finish. Zero dosage. Maison Bérêche et Fils 9.1 Points

CHRISTINE HAVENS
McMinnville, OR

christine@christine-havens.com