Wine

[reign]

Ya lor, have not know of another place that offer such high discount

 

[lufu]

2010 Domaine de Saint-Just Saumur-Champigny Yves Lambert is nice. $16 only. What a steal!

 

[looiwte]

Yeah I got that too but not drunk it yet. How did you find it, any brief description?

Only other Loire Cab Franc I've tried so far is the 03 Fesles Anjou Villages, which was very nice.

2010 Domaine de Saint-Just Saumur-Champigny Yves Lambert is nice. $16 only. What a steal!

 

[reign]

Yeah I got that too but not drunk it yet. How did you find it, any brief description?

Only other Loire Cab Franc I've tried so far is the 03 Fesles Anjou Villages, which was very nice.

are these from C4?

 

[ikileo]

yes it should be. the Fesles for sure.

 

[hkm520240]

Sharing an article from wine-searcher that helps us learn more about sulfite in wine as we were on a topic of sulfite recently.

http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2012/09/sulfites-in-wine

By Rebecca Gibb | Posted Tuesday, 04-Sep-2012

... Sulfur dioxide (SO2) — in the form of potassium metabisulfite — is added to most wines and many other food products for its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. The term “sulfites” on wine labels refers mainly to sulfur dioxide, but also includes sulfurous acid and other sulfites.
But sulfur dioxide is also a natural by-product of fermentation, so it is unlikely an SO2-free wine could ever be produced. Most yeast strains yield 10–20 milligrams per liter of SO2 during fermentation, although some, such as FX10 and M69, produce significantly more than others. Without sulfur, wine is prone to oxidation and spoilage...

... What, though, is a low-sulfite wine? No legal definition exists, making “low sulfite” claims on any label hard to substantiate.
By law, at least in the United States and the European Union, bottles containing more than a meager 10 parts per million of sulfur dioxide must state they “contain sulfites.” The regulation has been in place in the United States since 1987, and in the E.U. since 2005.
In the E.U. the maximum total SO2 levels must not exceed 210 milligrams per liter in a dry white wine and 160 milligrams per liter in a red wine. The latter level is lower because the tannins in wine are a natural preservative, reducing the need for sulfites.
However, sulfur levels need to be higher in sweet wines because sulfur is eager to bind with the sugar. Once it is “bound,” it ceases to be useful as an antioxidant and antimicrobial, necessitating the use of added sulfites. In addition, sweet wines produced from grapes attacked by noble rot, or botrytis, contain the enzyme laccase, which promotes oxidation and browning of the wine, calling for even more SO2 protection.
It’s no wonder, then, that most wine producers are attached to sulfur dioxide. Not so, however, the natural wine brigade, which is having mixed success doing without added sulfur. Some, but not all, of these wines end up unintentionally fizzy, or bretty (metallic) — reeking of manure or sticking plaster.
Stellar Winery in Olifants River has successfully commercialized a “no added sulfur” range, including an Organic Cabernet Sauvignon and a Shiraz. Whether the wine lasts in the bottle is another matter.
Acknowledging the no-sulfur-added wines’ somewhat mixed results, the Colorado report observes that “Consumers may be actively deterred from purchasing a low-sulfite wine if they perceive that quality may suffer.” When producers forgo the use of sulfites, “there can be a higher risk of oxidation and spoilage of the wine.”
Even so, the researchers conclude that a “no added sulfites” label could be a useful way of gaining consumers’ attention. The report’s authors suggest “offering a money-back guarantee would remove the barrier to making a purchase, but it would also shift the risk to the producer.”
In Costanigro’s view, no-sulfites wine will remain a niche category. They won't be piled high at a Costco near you any time soon.

 

[ikileo]

thanks for the article! good read!

i wonder how many of us are affected by the sulphites? i know some people who will get headaches. i get a bit of headache if they pump in too much sulphite. it has happened a handful of times.

 

[RoadRunner]

that's nice. where'd u buy it from and for how much?

u should try to having meals with wine. it can elevate the wine and food to different levels, especially with the right pairings

Found out I paid about 80ish for the 2009 Domaine des Senechaux Chateauneuf-du-Pape.

I am now with another lovely bottle; a 2009 Vietti Nebbriolo. Decanted it for about 45mins before it really opened up, strong tannis when opened, but smoothened out after sitting for a bit. Nice notes of blackberries. its dry in my opinion with a medium finish. What made it work for me now, today, is that its smooth and not too complexed, very well balanced. A fitting end to my day.

Cheers!

 

[lufu]

went back to Carrefour today. Most of the good deals are now gone. Many French wine have been snapped up. There are plenty of Aust/NZ wine but they're not cheap at all.

I suspect they slashed price only on Carrefour imported French wine

 

[stayhappy21]

went back to Carrefour today. Most of the good deals are now gone. Many French wine have been snapped up. There are plenty of Aust/NZ wine but they're not cheap at all.

I suspect they slashed price only on Carrefour imported French wine

I was at C4 too.. (Both the Plaza Sing and Suntec outlet).. Place looks kind of sad.. Staff kept keeping the French wines and pushed out the New World wines.. At the Suntec outlet they even displayed the names of the wholesalers (Hock Tong Bee, Auric, etc) on the shelves..

But good discounts on the French wines can still be found.. If you are quick enough..

 

[ikileo]

what are ya'll preparing for this coming weekend's tipple? (i know it's only thursday)

 

[momo38]

I was at C4 too.. (Both the Plaza Sing and Suntec outlet).. Place looks kind of sad.. Staff kept keeping the French wines and pushed out the New World wines.. At the Suntec outlet they even displayed the names of the wholesalers (Hock Tong Bee, Auric, etc) on the shelves..

But good discounts on the French wines can still be found.. If you are quick enough..

Ya, heavy packing going on at the outlet. Was there last week and grabbed Fesles, Bonnezeaux n the GTG amongst others. Don't think theres much good stuff left though.

 

[reign]

oh...... hmmm

 

[ikileo]

Everyone grabbing all the nice stuff that I highlighted.... No more for me

 

[ah_ch0ng]

anybody has information on a shop that sells a variety of moscato locally?

 

[reign]

Just went to C4 @ ST. They really clearing the place. Moving the wines from the 'cold room' to the main floor. Seem like there will be a price reduction on this coming 15th.

 

[sellbuyboy]

Hello guys, i am new to this wine thingy. can anyone enlighten if these wine are consider good wine? Thanks.

 

[ikileo]

hey there. from whatever info i can find online, they seem to be entry level wines based in Saint Emilion. most of them should be drunk early, the 2000 may be past it's prime but if you have been keeping them in an optimum environment, it may still have some life.

the 'Fleur de Cajus' seems to be their second wine, meaning like their 2nd grade wine. similar to the 2000, if may still have some life only if it has been stored properly these past years.

if not, i wouldn't count on it being very drinkable.

 

[sellbuyboy]

if so, can i use this as a guide?
http://www.erobertparker.com/info/vintagechart.pdf

it seem rather graded highly...

 

[ikileo]

the vintage guides are a good reference but they should never be taken as gospel truth. good producers can make good wine in bad vintages. mediocre producers still won't be able to make good wine in good vintages.

the 2000 vintage was a good one in bordeaux. the 2004 was a decent one as well. but wines will also depend on the producer and the vineyard it is from.

usually Bordeaux Superieur don't last very long as they are classifed as 'Bordeaux Superieur' which typically indicates early drinking wines. like i mentioned the 2000 may still have hope if it has been kept properly all these years. higher end bordeaux wines will indicate which sub region of bordeaux they are from.

you can use the vintage guide as a reference.