FIGHTING BACK FROM A BACKLOG OF PAPERWORK (THE FOURTH PATHWAY TO THE END, AND OTHER SUNDRIES)

Catching up on last week’s tasting notes, Jen from RNDC/Cumberland came in with mostly old world wines:

Silver Cap Brut Blanc de Blancs NV. Grade=Average. Okay sparkler with some nice apple and fizzy pear notes.

Louis Boillot Rose Perle d’Aurore NV. Grade=Amazing. Stunning with strawberries, currants and hints of toasted brioche. Finishes dry and lively on the palate.

Louis Boillot Perle de Nuit Brut Blanc de Noir NV. Grade=Outstanding. Very pretty sparkler with some nice creamy apple and pear, a bit of nuttiness and toffee undertones.

Louis Boillot Perle de Vigne Brut Grand Reserve NV. Grade=Outstanding. Interesting blend of PN, Chard, Gamay and Aligote, this pleasing sparkler shows off pear tart and apple cobbler notes with lovely effervescence and a slightly creamy finish.

One Hope Chardonnay California 2008. Grade=Average. Nicely balanced Chardonnay with just a touch of creamy oak up front and subtle stone fruit and nectarine undertones.

Correntoso Pinot Noir Patagonia 2008. Grade=Outstanding. Reviewed this one last month, and tastes equally as good second time around.

Il Conte Moscato d’Asti 2008. Grade=Outstanding. This is a really tasty Moscato, with delicious notes of peaches, apricots and orange blossoms. Finishes light with a bit of frizzante.

Il Conte Stella Rosa 2008. Grade=Outstanding. Akin to a Brachetto d’Acqui, this sweet red has a spritzy strawberry character, with notes of red currants, red plums, mineral and nutmeg. Finishes light and semi-dry.