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VOUVRAY "LA DILETTANTE" 2009

The Bretons of Restigné have developed a well-known and well-deserved reputation for their red wines, principally from the appellation of Bourgueil but also from Chinon. Catherine Breton has devoted significant energy of late to making white wine from the great appellatin of Vouvray, her birthplace. She makes three of them, of which two are sparkling. Her dry Vouvray is a beautiful testament to the noblesse of this superb terroir, bright and fresh with a striking limestone influence. It is a virtual looking glass into the subsoils of Vouvray that remains approachable and fun to drink. Keep up the good work, dear Catherine -- we're with you!

BOURGUEIL " AVIS DE VIN FORT" CLAIRET 2009

This is not your Mama's Bourgueil. This exciting first release is putting a new spin on the clarets of yesteryear - it's the Bretons' own touch where freshness is the key component. Lighter than a fully macerated Cabernet Franc and darker than a rosé, their 2009 Clairet almost tastes like it has been infused with pomegranates, raspberries, and cherries. Mmm! With its fresh acidity, Cab Franc's signature brambly tannins, and a slight chill, you can pair it with almost anything. It's as delicious as it is unique.

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