“Such an aromatic nose, wow, the aromas just jump out the glass – lime, mandarin peel, candied lemon – smells more on the Sauvignon side. This is lovely on the palate, it has a great weight with definition and structure from the Semillon. There is acidity but it’s really well integrated giving a rounder, more wide and weighty wine than light and super fresh. I like the style, it’s gourmet and rich but still with a lovely lift and overall appeal. This also has a really delicate but wonderful florality to the fruit – perfumed lychee, pear and peach. Delicious. Just short of unctuous but on the good side. Crack open now and enjoy with food.” 93 pts., Georgina Hindle, decanter.com
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2019 Clos des Lunes, Lune d’Argent, Bordeaux 6x75cl
White ⋅ Bordeaux ⋅ France
£45 / Case£7.50 / BottleDuty Status: In BondAvailability: Immediate
4 in stock
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Tasting Notes
Tasting Notes
Robert Parker 88-90
The 2019 Lune d’Argent comes skipping out of the glass with bright, cheery scents of lemon drops, key lime pie and fresh pink grapefruit with suggestions of mandarin peel, honeysuckle and wet pebbles. Medium-bodied, the palate bursts with vibrant citrus flavors and a racy backbone of freshness, finishing with a pretty perfume.
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