Carmen DO Quijada Semillon 2017 Chateau Belair-Monange Chantalouette 2008 - A smooth

Chantalouette 2008 - A smooth and elegant Pomerol with soft tannins and red fruit

Lenoble Blanc de Noirs 1er Cru 2009

again rather dark minerality

Long finish very good 17

Clos des Papes Chateauneuf Du Pape 2011 - A classic and age-worthy Rhône red

Carmen DO Quijada Semillon 2017 Chateau Belair-Monange Chantalouette 2008 - A smoothThis is a bright, golden yellow wine with an austere nose and aromas of honey, white flowers, almonds, and citrus notes. The big bodied palate has tremendous texture and is round, creamy, and well balanced with clean acidity that lends freshness and vibrancy. The wine has a cellaring potential and will reveal other layers of flavors and textures with time in the bottle.