| Region | |
|---|---|
| Type | Fortified |
Best was the final wine of the night, the 1964 Banyuls. Again, this is not dissimilar in style to either the 1965 or 1966. Still, here, one finds the most freshness and complexity on the palate with wonderful clove, Seville orange marmalade and Indian spices towards the finish. Excellent. Did I mention how these wines represent incredible value? I did? Well, no harm in repeating it.
100% Grenache Noir on schist from a private cellar whose name is too well known to disclose.
Really rich and well balanced but a bit dry on the end, but interesting! (JR)
Garnet colour, leathery spices form the nose, which is earthy and smoky, layering dried fruit with musky tones of library books and pipe tobacco. The palate has notes of liquorice and freshly roasted coffee together with more dried fruit. Smooth but not overly sweet in sugars, there are lightly caramelised notes but a real sense of salinity to this vintage. Lipsmacking on the finish, this serious Banyuls is beautifully balanced. Very long. Serve lightly chilled either as a digestif, with cheese or with puddings that are not overly sweet.
