Jim's Loire

Concentrating mainly but not exclusively on the Loire's vineyards, its vignerons and their wines along with places to eat and stay. Also covers some recently published wine books – not just from Loire. Regional Chair for Loire @Decanter's World Wine Awards since its inception. Winner of the 2009 Wine Blog Trophy (journalist category) Salon des Vins de Loire. I have a large and expanding library of photos, particularly from the Loire – places, producers, vineyards etc. European.

Tuesday 5 April 2011

Les 5 du Vin: irreplaceable bottles

My post today on the Les 5 du Vin blog features some irreplaceable bottles drunk over the weekend including the 1985 Chave Hermitage above.

Yesterday David Cobbold complained about the very poor selection of wine available at a café in Bordeaux station.

1 comment:

Luc Charlier said...: The day before, the same David Cobbold complained about the very poor selection of coffees at a winery in Bordeaux!; 7 April 2011 at 17:43

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