If you picked Peaches and Anise, you win! There is a white grape from the Valdeorras region of northwest Spain called Godello. Wines from this grape have a remarkable peaches and anise aroma and flavor. As the wine sits in your glass, or you have patience and let it breath a half hour or more, the peachy sensation fades as the anisey herby (half credit if you picked Peaches and Herb) comes out more. It has a richer mouthfeel than a Pinot Grigio, but not as heavy as California Chardonnay. Most of the ones we have bought are un-oaked. Unfortunately, many of our suppliers have not brought in many cases and we have already cleaned out a couple of them.
In stock as this goes to web is one called Castille de Papas. It has an unforgettable bright orange label and retails for $14.99 a bottle. Very peachy when first opened, it almost seems to be a bit sweet, but it isn't. And it has great lasting flavor as an opened but resealed bottle tasted even better the second and third nights. Now this does not go to full flavored licorice, but it is noticeable. As such, it is fantastic with fish dishes. Now where is my Peaches and Herb 8 track?
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Hello,
ReplyDeleteThis wine sounds delicious. I tried to do a search for it in Canada. I didn't come up with any hits. What winery is it from?
Thanks!
Hi Arienhwyfar,
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Spain
White Wine
Godello Grape
Valdeorras region of Spain
and the 2007 vintage is really great.
Castelo do Papas is the winery but I don't know if it is available in Canada.
Bob,
ReplyDeleteI had the 2005 Henri Prudhon Saint Aubin 1er cru last night. Very nice wine, I'll be buying some more. I don't think this is a long term keeper but good for drinking now thru the next 3 - 4 years.
Joe