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Eamonn Donnelly

Eamonn Donnelly

Marcobrunn

Schloss Schönborn Marcobrunn Riesling Kabinett 2008

Prädikatswein, Rheingau, Germany
2644 days ago

Eamonn scored this wine: 91/100

A Kabinett riesling from the Rheingau region of Germany. A low alcohol wine with pronounced aromatic intensity of ripe orchard fruit, peach and apricot, candied ginger, all driven by petrol and mineral elements. Developing tertiary notes on the palate of honey and dried pineapple, seamlessly interlaced with bright, fresh fruit. Medium sweet, yet enough acidity to appear quite dry. Medium to medium full body despite being such a low alcohol wine. Great texture and length. Outstanding wine. Drink now, but has potential for further ageing. Pair with crispy Chinese BBQ duck.

Château Larose Perganson 2009

Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux A.C., France
2644 days ago

Eamonn scored this wine: 90/100

60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, a product from Bordeaux's left bank Haut Medoc region. Deep garnet in the glass. Intense aromas of prune, cassis and dried fruit. Elegant and complex, showing persistent evolution as it opens. Exotic spice, bitter chocolate and tobacco dance with a brooding earthiness. The wine is dry with high, finely integrated tannins. Very intensely flavoured. Plum, black cherry, cedar and spice all while showing a savoury edginess. A long finish with persistent tannic length. Outstanding. Developing nicely. Pair with a herb crusted roast leg of lamb. Salty aged cheeses - Comte.

2477 days ago

Eamonn reviewed this wine:

Medium aromatic intensity - notes of red delicious apple, cherry candy liquorice, with a touch of minerality. Tart fruit on the palate, high acidity, fine tannins.

2477 days ago

Eamonn reviewed this wine:

Interesting Greek blend aged entirely in stainless steal - I was fooled. Simple fruit aromas, cranberry and blackberries - tart and underripe. Has a unique smoky mineral element. Tart red fruit on the palate gives the wine vibrance. Short finish, medium - body. Easy drinking, fruit driven wine.

Santo Assyrtiko 2015

Santorini Pdo, Greece
2477 days ago

Eamonn reviewed this wine:

Hailing from the windswept Greek island of Santorini, Assyrtiko is a white grape that thrives in volcanic soils. Prominent citrus notes are interlaced with delicate white floral aromas, flint and saline. The wine is dry with lots of bright acidity. Tangy lemon/lime flavours, bitter salted almond and green apple. Very refreshing - great beach wine. Calls for briny shellfish and lighter, simple fish dishes.

Eamonn Donnelly

First Wine

Red - in Paris, varietal unknown. Too young to know, too excited to appreciate.

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Current Fav Wine

Riesling - love the diversity of region and style.

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