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Dom Perignon 1999

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 12:25:00 -0500

Name: Dom Perignon
Vintage: 1999
Varietal: Chardonnay; Pinot Meunier; Pinot Noir
Winery: Moët & Chandon
Region: France > Champagne
Price: $133.18
SnoothRank: 4/5

ymacleod's Rating: 3.5/5
ymacleod's Review: Honestly, a little disappointing for me. It had tremendous complexity and depth, and in particular, it tasted refreshingly of the sea, but there was a lingering hint of bitterness. The bitterness, though not altogether unpleasant, was an unwelcome surprise.

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Laurent-Perrier Demi Sec NV

Sun, 28 Dec 2008 00:10:50 -0500

Name: Laurent-Perrier Demi Sec
Vintage: NV
Varietal: Chardonnay; Pinot Noir; Pinot Meunier
Winery: Laurent-Perrier
Region: France > Champagne
Price: $19.99
SnoothRank: 3.5/5

ymacleod's Rating: 3.5/5
ymacleod's Review: Slightly sweet and very fresh and light on the palate.

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Jacquesson Grand Vin Signature Brut Rose 1993

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:34:37 -0400

Name: Jacquesson Grand Vin Signature Brut Rose
Vintage: 1993
Varietal: Pinot Noir; Chardonnay
Winery: Jacquesson Et Fils
Region: France > Champagne
Price: $116.08
SnoothRank: 4/5

ymacleod's Rating: 4.5/5
ymacleod's Review: Lovely color, but the most remarkable thing was, quite simply, the bubbles. They were very fine and astoundingly numerous, as if there were some invisible whirlpool jet in the glass itself. Unfortunately, it was quite a few years ago, so I do not remember much other than it was delightful to drink because of the bubbles.

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Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne Brut 2000

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:30:31 -0400

Name: Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne Brut
Vintage: 2000
Varietal: Champagne Blend
Winery: Louis Roederer
Region: France > Champagne
Price: $229.99
SnoothRank: 4.5/5

ymacleod's Rating: 5/5
ymacleod's Review: Very full and smooth to the point of being almost...silky. It was quite sweet, actually, and not unlike a very light honey. The word bright comes to mind. While certainly a fantastic champagne, I would not be able to tell the difference in quality between this and a bottle of Dom at half this price.

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Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Noirs NV

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:29:55 -0400

Name: Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Noirs
Vintage: NV
Varietal: Pinot Noir; Chardonnay
Winery: Gloria Ferrer
Region: USA > California > Napa > Carneros
Price: $13.49
SnoothRank: 4/5

ymacleod's Rating: 4/5
ymacleod's Review: Quite a reliable non-vintage. Pleasant bubbles and a light, consistent flavor throughout with hints of strawberry and blackberry.

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Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Brut Rosé NV

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:29:09 -0400

Name: Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Brut Rosé
Vintage: NV
Varietal: Champagne Blend
Winery: Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
Region: France > Champagne
Price: $61.00
SnoothRank: 4/5

ymacleod's Rating: 3.5/5
ymacleod's Review: Very mellow and palatable, with a nice tart/fruity finish, but the "middle" was simply...missing, for lack of a better term. Bubbles did not seem particularly long-lasting or effervescent.

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Perrier Jouet Fleur de Champagne 1998

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:28:08 -0400

Name: Perrier Jouet Fleur de Champagne
Vintage: 1998
Varietal: Chardonnay
Winery: Château La Fleur Baron
Region: France > Champagne
Price: $149.00
SnoothRank: 4.5/5

ymacleod's Rating: 4.5/5
ymacleod's Review: Delightfully tart and crisp, with citrus and honey flavors. Fine bubbles and slight acidity made it very refreshing on the tongue.

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Dom Perignon 1992

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:27:21 -0400

Name: Dom Perignon
Vintage: 1992
Varietal:
Winery: Moët & Chandon
Region: France > Champagne
Price: $411.89
SnoothRank: 4/5

ymacleod's Rating: 5/5
ymacleod's Review: Exceptionally soft and rich which is well balanced by its acidity. Very light, but completely carries itself from start to finish.

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Renardat-Fâche Vin du Bugey-Cerdon Méthode Ancestrale NV

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:25:13 -0400

Name: Renardat-Fâche Vin du Bugey-Cerdon Méthode Ancestrale
Vintage: NV
Varietal: Gamay; Poulsard
Winery: Domaine Renardat-Fâche
Region: France > Savoy-Bugey > Vin du Bugey Cerdon
Price: $19.99
SnoothRank: 3/5

ymacleod's Rating: 3.5/5
ymacleod's Review: Don't know if this is the same Bugey Cerdon that I tried, as the label is vastly different, but if it is, here's what I wrote about it: A bit unremarkable on the nose, but at first taste, it was delightfully sweet, with definite notes of raspberry/blackberry. The finish was a nice contrast - quite dry and crisp. It's simple, but pleasant and very palatable.

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Taittinger Brut Prestige Rose NV

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:23:03 -0400

Name: Taittinger Brut Prestige Rose
Vintage: NV
Varietal:
Winery: taittinger
Region: France > Champagne
Price: $54.23
SnoothRank: 4/5

ymacleod's Rating: 4/5
ymacleod's Review: Very fresh and fragrant on the nose, with fine bubbles and beautiful color. Subtle hints of fruit, especially mild citrus.

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