The descriptions found below are the ones you will find with your monthly shipment of two bottles of fine wine from the French Wine Club.
Red: Chateau Castegens, Côtes de Castillon 1998
Côtes de Castillon is an “Appellation controlée” Bordeaux wine, produced in vineyards located just east of St-Emilion. Nearly the entire production is red. The estate of Castegens looks down on the historic small town of Castillon-la-Bataille. Its vineyard, all in one block and facing south, has belonged to the Fontenay family for over five centuries.
All vinification operations are carried out through traditional methods..
Chateau Castegens is a blend of 65% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc, and 5 % Cabernet Sauvignon. It is a full-bodied wine with a rich in aroma. This 1998 vintage is best drunk now. Enjoy it with turkey, duck or red meat.
To order, click here: Bottle ($14.00), Case ($151.20).
White: Domaine de Molines 1999, Vin de Pays du Gard
When one thinks about the Gard region, what comes to mind is not necessarily the wine produced in this area, but rather the magnificent aqueduct built by the Romans. For a very long time the “région du Gard” has been producing wines, but it was never renowned for producing good wines. Thankfully, times have changed, and the local wine-growers have introduced new grapes to this region.
Traditionally, Sauvignon Blanc is found in the Loire valley or in the Bordeaux area. The Gard region is full of sun, and it was a challenge to grow Sauvignon Blanc there. Roger Gassier has performed miracles, and the Domaine des Molines is the result of an audacious quest, led with unwavering faith.
The Domaine des Molines is a 100 % Sauvignon Blanc. The soil is a mix of limestone and clay. It has a pale yellow color, a surprising nose tinged with white flowers and violets, exotic fruits and vanilla. Drink it on the cool side, but not so cold as to prevent you from tasting its wonderful aromas.
To order, click here: Bottle ($14.00), Case ($151.20). |
Previous Wine of the Month Selections:
November 2003:
Red: Moulin d'Eole Costières de Nîmes 2001 (Languedoc-Roussillon)
White: Vouvray 1999, Domaine du Clos de l’Epinay, Cuvée Marcus (Loire Valley)
October 2003:
Red: Domaine du Vieux Chêne, Cuvée des Capucines, Côtes du Rhone 2001
White: Ile La Forge, Viognier 2002, Languedoc-Roussillon
September 2003:
Red: Chateau Reysson 1998, Cru Bourgeois Haut-Médoc
White: Chateau les Tuileries 2002
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