Saturday, February 02, 2008

Domaine Cauhapé, Chant Des Vignes, 2005
(France)

  

Producer: Henri Ramonteu.
Website: Domaine Cauhape
Notes from the producer: Enchanting, the aroma evokes an aromatic polyphony which resonates with fresh and delicate notes: grapefruit, grapes, peach and spring flowers. It is full, rich and concentrated. Subtle but voluptuous. The finish is long and elegant with incredible lingering fruit flavours.

Grape/Varietal composition: 100% Gros Manseng.

My notes: I opened it, I sniffed it, let it stand for 30 mins and fell in love with it. It is indeed so elegant and bursting with fresh grapefruit and spring flowers. It felt like fresh rain over parched soil wine. Absolutely stunning. I have had the 2003 and 2005 continues to amaze me.

Buy Factor: Anytime, I have had this just myself couple of times, and also shared with fellow wine tasters. It has been widely loved and accepted. Also taken a bottle for my sister.

Cost: $19.99 a bottle.

Wine | France