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- barnesy - 05-19-2001
1999 Chateau Calabre Montravel
Montravel is a small appellation just south of Bordeaux. I am not sure of the grapes, but the notes I have on Montravel say the whites tend to be made from the same as Bordeaux blanc.
Virtually water clear, just a hint of yellow. Big grapefruit on the nose (like grapefuit juice, it makes you salivate and makes you want to drop a few shakes of salt into it), hints of mineral and possibly floral notes. Big acidic grapefruit on the palate with a soft, sweet twist. Long acidic finish.
Very refreshing wine. This one would be a great apertif or one that would be great sitting out on a shady porch at the end of a hot day. At 10 bucks, its worth the drink. Imported by Robert Karcher (if any of your shops deal with his company).
Barnesy
- hotwine - 05-19-2001
Barnsey, looks like the wine is a blend of Semillion, Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadel (50-40-10). Sounds like a nice cup of juice! See the vigneron's products at http://www.chateaudirect.com/Puy-Servain.html
- barnesy - 05-19-2001
Very nice bottle.
Served it at 45 degrees to satisfy the misses. Its also nice at the standard 55.
Good juice
Barnesy