Since I was home this weekend to take the CPA, I dragged my parents out for wine tasting. They jokingly rolled their eyes about being forced to help me with homework. Also, shout-out to Scott and Kristen at Mr. Bill's Wine Cellar! Scott was very helpful yesterday and very patient as I took many notes and pictures for my blog.
Name: Domaine Lafage
Variety: Cote d'Est Blanc
Region: Roussillon
Country: France
Year: 2014
Price: $13
Winery review: One of the most sought-after wine makers of Europe at the moment, Jean-Marc Lafage lends his expertise with Southern European varietals to several top estates in both France and Spain, and also in South America. However, his best work is perhaps at home at his estate in the hills of the ROussillon with his wife, Eliane, also a highly accomplished winemaker. This lovely VDP is a blend of Grenache Blanc, Chardonnay, and Roussillon. A stunning perfume of dried apricots, honeyed citrus and white flowers. The lovely aromatics are followed by a crisp, elegant, slightly more textured, medium-bodied white with wonderful purity, freshness and length. Additional winemaker notes: This was my favorite wine of the bunch, and may or may not have been influenced by the pretty label. The wine smelled of honey and stone fruits (ie, apricots). On the palate, it was lightly sweet, light, and crisp. Very lovely. I did not try this with food.
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