I enjoy a glass of red wine in the evening, so I thought I
would flex my tasting muscles and write down some of my impressions. I am a relatively inexperienced wine person, so it was fun giving this a shot. It was my first time trying this
particular wine, and only my second time ever trying a Bordeaux. I really,
really liked it.
A Wine Novice’s
Review of:
Rue de Pearle
Grand Vin
De
Bordeaux
Appearance extremely dark, a midnight plum. When held up to
the light, the color proves its depth by only lightening very slightly to a
deep burgundy. Taking a whiff, I find an
extremely inviting bouquet …almost floral with a hint of smoke.
The initial impression of the wine is warm. The primary flavor
is that of dark cherries, yet very well-mingled with the floral impression. This is finished off with traces of smokiness
towards the middle/back of the palate. The
texture has a rich, heavy, velvet quality.
The aftertaste is lasting in a delightful way. It lingers at
the back of the palate, making you want to taste more, but not too soon; the memory is still being
enjoyed.
The elegant flavors and textures of this Bordeaux evoke
romantic images of days-gone-by. It was not too hard to picture oneself in
candle-lit, Victorian rooms savoring an exquisite meal. There are dark roses on
the table. Dessert would be a steaming
hot cherry pie with just a hint of spices to be enjoyed by all before the men
retire to the smoking room. Not your everyday wine, but a perfect wine for a sophisticated evening with candles .
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