Biodynamic notes – 28 Oct
November 16th, 2008 | by Angella | Published in Tasting notes
At our launch event in September Mark Heywood deservedly earned the title of Chief Taster – producing a seductive set of tasting notes that had everyone begging for more. Please welcome him back, this time in full synch with the lunar cycles, to bring you your horoscopes for the next month.
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Wine 1: TAURUS (Bruno Paillard, Premier Cuvee, NV)
You’re restless and feeling the urge to get out and see the world. Your mind is making big plans which swirl with creamy undertones and an intense citrus flavour. Only a mineral-laced spine will ensure you complete the journey.
Wine 2: LEO (Domaines Leflaive, Mâcon-Verzé, 2006)
You’re feeling a touch greedy today – but that’s not a bad thing as it’s harder than ever to get your way – be forceful, with lots of pure, astonishingly ripe white fruit with a hint of tropical paradise and you’ll emerge into a green-gold coloured world where you’ll get exactly what you want.
Wine 3: SCORPIO (Alois Lageder, Gewürztraminer, 2007)
Now is the time to test yourself to see how far you really can go – can you seize the day and make your dreams come true? Don’t be scared to try a different approach as maybe you don’t need a sting in your tail. Try a simple recipe from a purist disciple – incredibly crisp clean flavours, excellent balance and delightful aroma of fresh flowers. Mix together and sip, long, slow and well into the night. Dreams are sure to follow.
Wine 4: PISCES (Domaine Trapet, Gewürztraminer, 2004)
Today is difficult – you are being challenged and whilst it’s clear you can rise to the task you’ll need a delicate touch to negotiate your way through the issues. On one side you’ll need a tiny hint of vanilla which will be hidden inside very fresh and deliciously tangy fruit. On the other side you’ll need a kerosene laced nose which will draw you in deeper and deeper. This heady combination is sure to make your world zing.
Wine 5: AQUARIUS (Les Vieux Clos, Nicolas Joly, Savennieres, 2004)
You have a talent and knack for organising things and a massive sense of vaulting ambition. For you it’s about the journey, not the destination. And what a journey – incredibly firm, complex fruit, hint of raisins with almost a Sauternes like intensity which demands another glass. You’re up high and on a roll – don’t look down!
Wine 6: CANCER (Alois Lageder, Pinot Noir, 2006)
It’s a stormy night and you’d rather shut yourself away. If you do then you’ll need your daydreams to keep you company – they are full of images of delightful red fruit, hints of cherries with big, big concentration, good balance and a spicy licorice accompaniment. More Robert Palmer than Robert Parker as a certain Scorpio said – or maybe I dreamt that?
Wine 7: VIRGO (Marcel LaPierre, 2006)
You’ll meet a tall dark stranger who will serenade you with stories of good vibrations. Everything you are told will be true. You’ll hear about racy, spicy gamay fruit, stunningly vibrant zingy flavours that are just too hard to resist. Give in…you know you want to.
