Champagne Tasting at ‘Le Wine Notes

WHEN ? 7th December 2012

WHERE ? 'Le Wine Notes’ Rue Notre Dame, Bordeaux

..... A tasting bar hidden away on one of Bordeaux’s many deliciously French cobbled streets (Rue Notre Dame).

WHAT ?

We tasted Champagne from Thiénot, the youngest of all the french Champagne houses. 

Founded in 1985, Thiénot Group is a family run (led by Alain Thiénot), innovative wine company who have achieved in 20 odd years what most Champagne houses have been striving for since 18th century. Cheers.

>> As for the Champagne itself..... we were equally impressed ! <<

Grape variety: 45% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, 20% Pinot Meunier

With a classic fine and clear bead in the glass, the aromas show a well balanced combination of spring-blossoms and fresh fruit. The taste is akin to pear and almond tart with classic orchard fruits and a long honied finish.

There was lots to eat too !

Our favourite (to compliment the champagne) was a smoked Aubergine dip served with crunchy wholemeal bread. Anyone who has a good recipe for this dish, let us know!

Not only Champagne... 

We had the opportunity to taste a Romanian wine, and I am pleased to tell you that it was a great moment! An animal nose comparable to an old Sociando Mallet, and a great taste of fresh red fruits, very sweet like some South American wines.

..Crazy wine for 16 € only............

Awsome.

There are many such tastings happening all over Bordeaux.

Keep your eye out for where we go next ;)