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Philippe Perreault

Philippe Perreault Sommelier

Finca La Moura Mencía

Marqués de Toro Finca La Moura Mencía 2018

Mencía, Castilla Y León D.O., Spain
1 day, 15 hours ago

Philippe scored this wine: 92/100

It's made of 100% Mencia. Deep purple color with notes of black current, blackberry, pepper and oak barrel. It's elegant, structured and long on the palate. Serve it between 15-17 degrees. Enjoyable now but can be aged 3-5 years. Pair it with smoked beef.

Rioja

Marqués de Cáceres Rioja Rosé 2022

La Rioja Alta, Spain
2 days ago

Philippe scored this wine: 91/100

The vintage 2022 is only made of Tempranillo. Clear salmon color with notes of cherry, strawberry and raspberry. It's fresh and very long on the palate. Pair it with seafood. Serve it at 6-8 degrees. Enjoyable now.

Old Vine

Boneshaker Old Vine Zinfandel 2020

Lodi, California, United States
8 days ago

Philippe scored this wine: 87/100

Deep purple color with notes of smoke, blackberry and spices. It's rich and intense on the palate. Pair it with pork ribs. serve it at 15-17 degrees. Enjoyable now but can be aged 8-10 years.

Corte Aura Franciacorta Brut

Franciacorta Docg, Italy
9 days ago

Philippe scored this wine: 86/100

It's a blend of 90% Chardonnay completed by 10% Pinot Noir. Fine bubbles, clear yellow color with notes of vanilla, pastry and apple. It's elegant and complex. Take it on its own. Serve it at 5-6 degrees. Enjoyable now

15 days ago

Philippe scored this wine: 88/100

It's a blend of Macabeo, Xarel-lo and Parellada. Pale golden color with notes of green apple and flint. It's traditional, complex and medium on the palate. Pairs well with asparagus and artichokes. Serve it at 5-6 degrees. Enjoyable now.

Philippe Perreault

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Memorable Wine

Pendfolds, Grange, 1994

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First Wine

Chianti, Ruffino

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Unusual Wine Experience

Tasting many old Burgundian wines included La Romanée Conti (La Tâche) at La Tour d'Argent in Paris

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Current Fav Wine

Champagne, Moutard (100% Arbane)

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