My picks for October...

This is my wine picks for October.


2002 La Fleur de Haut-Bages Libéral
Eye: Dark red
Nose: Chocolate, dark fruits, earthy...
Palate: Rich with creamy texture, still very fresh.
Finish: Long and pleasant.
Decanted: 0 - 90 minutes
Note: Superb value. (90 pts.)


2001 Château Les Hauts de Pontet-Canet
Eye: Dark red
Nose: Oak, cheddar, woody-spicy...
Palate: Mineral , firmly structured, with ripe tannins. Good and fresh acidity.
Finish: Long
Decanted: 0 - 60 minutes
Note: Excellent, classic Pauillac, although not very complex. (89 pts.)


1999 Château Coutet Chatreuse de Coutet
Very nice on the nose, good level of botrytis. Quince, acacia notes, moderate sweetness on the palate, some smoky character. (87 pts.) This has been paired with...


foie gras et tartuffe... Thanks Dame :-)

Cheers!