tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18717316.post8299331163926974544..comments2023-09-29T10:54:50.149-04:00Comments on Doktor Weingolb: Tasting current Languedoc-Roussillon VdPs: Domaine de Gourgazaud & Laroche 2005Marcushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02221624021529319291noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18717316.post-64247016106173521222007-05-05T13:42:00.000-04:002007-05-05T13:42:00.000-04:00I am soooo forgetful - I bought the Trois Grappes ...I am soooo forgetful - I bought the Trois Grappes at the 10% sale, just because of the Laroche label.Joehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07747056255576335926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18717316.post-19269675222118437962007-05-05T10:44:00.000-04:002007-05-05T10:44:00.000-04:00forgot the melon de bourgogne, good choice...forgot the melon de bourgogne, good choice...Joehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07747056255576335926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18717316.post-27483013960908230802007-05-03T14:34:00.000-04:002007-05-03T14:34:00.000-04:00Okay, we got ourselves a new theme -- desert islan...Okay, we got ourselves a new theme -- desert island grapes! (I was getting tired of Languedoc-Roussillon anyway... NOT). <BR/><BR/>Joe, the Laroche site doesn't include the grapes for 3 Grappes but I believe they are Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay et Marsanne, sorry no Pinot Grigio.<BR/><BR/>I had suggested on Kelly's site that Syrah is my desert island grape but now I sure wish I selected something more chillable.<BR/><BR/><STRONG>Melon de Bourgogne</STRONG>, hands down!Marcushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02221624021529319291noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18717316.post-74762305089041438152007-05-03T13:15:00.000-04:002007-05-03T13:15:00.000-04:00Hi Marcus. The new Cellier releases (i.e. today, a...Hi Marcus. The new Cellier releases (i.e. today, and two weeks from now) feature "the americas".<BR/>I have not tried the Trois Grappes, but I was oogling it the other day. As for 'trapped on a desert island varietal', it would probably be too hot for a red, and the hollowed out coconut stemware would probably impart a rather sweet, woodsy character, so a simple Pinot Griggio might be best...Joehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07747056255576335926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18717316.post-4933354110611316192007-05-03T08:05:00.000-04:002007-05-03T08:05:00.000-04:00Hi Kelly,For a white varietal, I'd be tempted to a...Hi Kelly,<BR/><BR/>For a white varietal, I'd be tempted to agree with you. For instance, I could foresee myself having an entire summer filled with the Laroche in this post. It's a $14 Viognier to boot!Marcushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02221624021529319291noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18717316.post-81268124392837293202007-05-02T18:49:00.000-04:002007-05-02T18:49:00.000-04:00Mmm, Viognier. It's my desert island varietal. If ...Mmm, Viognier. It's my desert island varietal. If I were shipwrecked on a desert island with a few cases of just one varietal, this is what I'd pick.Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04666374510867766190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18717316.post-7909140063247412552007-05-01T22:46:00.000-04:002007-05-01T22:46:00.000-04:00Hi Joe,I had an opening and actually could've gone...Hi Joe,<BR/><BR/>I had an opening and actually could've gone to the Midi Conseils today -- if I had gottenn my act together. Argentinian Amarone!? Does the upcoming Cellier have a South American focus?<BR/><BR/>Laroche is a real nice outfit. I have had a few of their varietals recently. The Viognier is my favourite above the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The white 3 Grappes is mighty fine too -- for under $11 it's practically a no-brainer. Haven't tried the Sauvignon Blanc... have you?Marcushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02221624021529319291noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18717316.post-15500195521311822312007-05-01T22:05:00.000-04:002007-05-01T22:05:00.000-04:00Glad to see you liked the Laroche I suggested. I c...Glad to see you liked the Laroche <A HREF="http://joeswine.blogspot.com/2007/04/2006-alamos-viognier.html" REL="nofollow">I suggested</A>. I can't wait for this WBW - so much to choose from. Today's MidiConseils was a selection of upcoming Cellier releases - the Folie a Deux "Menage a Trois" (no joke) was excellent, as was the Evolution Lucky No. 9. The reds were interesting, but forgettable - Argentinian Cab that is not as good as the Casillero del Diablo, and an Amarone from Argentina by Masi - very intriguing, but nearly $30. Cheers!Joehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07747056255576335926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18717316.post-4770714434906471192007-05-01T14:44:00.000-04:002007-05-01T14:44:00.000-04:00Thanks Sonadora,I really feel like I need an edito...Thanks Sonadora,<BR/><BR/>I really feel like I need an editor more than ever to make sure the information is clear. Some pressure is off me knowing that these post are helping at least one person, you! Since I only want to clarify the situation, you or any reader can forward me any questions (or corrections!)... If there are murky ideas in the posts, just let me know! I'd love to hear it.Marcushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02221624021529319291noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18717316.post-52971870030657127272007-05-01T09:40:00.000-04:002007-05-01T09:40:00.000-04:00Thanks for all the information Marcus, this is rea...Thanks for all the information Marcus, this is really helpful. I didn't make it to the wine store this weekend, but hope to head there on Wednesday to grab my bottle (or two)!Sonadorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01267916648440750132noreply@blogger.com