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Tasting note: Sassicaïa, Tenuta San Guido, 2018

Comments = Sassicaia is a true icon, the first “Super Tuscan” (one of the first reds produced in Italy like the great Bordeaux wines. The first vintage was produced in 1968). This 2018 vintage is no exception to the rule. Slightly less opulent than the 2015 vintage, it is nonetheless one of the very best recent vintages. It is both powerful and incredibly fine, these tannins only need to be polished over time, the aromatic expression is just as powerful but precise and with many nuances. The finish is long, deep, velvety and totally bewitching. There is no doubt that this wine is an exceptional wine, an excellent investment and a true work of art.

Final Grade = A++

By @oray_wine, ago

Tasting note: Le Clos Peyrassol, Rosé, 2022

Comments = A very fine gastronomy rosé, a nice tension on the palate, complex nuances and a very precise finish with depth. I strongly recommend this rosé which will delight you with its freshness, elegance and tension. Do not hesitate to taste it with dishes that will allow it to reveal its full potential.

Final Grade = A-

By @oray_wine, ago

Tasting note: Domaines Ott, Chateau Romassan, Rosé, 2022

Comments = I really like this great rosé from Bandol focused on finesse and elegance with characteristic notes of the dominant Mourvèdre grape, a slight solar side, a nice tension on the palate which complements the acidity of the wine. Many nuances in the mouth and a long and complex finish. A very beautiful rosé to enjoy convivial and sunny moments around Mediterranean cuisine

Final Grade = A-

By @oray_wine, ago

Tasting note: ‘Clos Canarelli’, Rosé, 2022

Comments = Here is a rosé that has everything of a gastronomic wine: finesse, delicacy, aromatic nuances, precision and a very good aroma-acidity balance. All with a deep and quite long finish on the fruit with delicate touches of spices and thyme. A very beautiful wine which is likely to change many preconceived ideas about rosé wines.

Final Grade = A-

By @oray_wine, ago

Tasting note: ‘Black Label Pinotage’, Kanonkop Wine Estate, 2020

Comments = Concentration, precision and finesse are the key words for this wine. The tannins are silky and blend perfectly into the fruit aromas (black plum). The finish is complex and persistent with well-integrated oak nuances (cloves, vanilla), all enhanced by spicy notes. A very fine wine from one of the oldest and most prestigious vineyards in South Africa. This is probably one of the finest Pinotages I have tasted.

Final Grade = A

By @oray_wine, ago

Tasting note: Clos Henri, Sauvignon Blanc, 2019

Comments = This wine offers a quality-price ratio that is just incredible. Found this level of quality for less than 25 euros is something quite exceptional. You should not hesitate to let yourself be tempted by this wine. At this price, it is also a very good opportunity to discover a very fine example of Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand. A beautiful opulence on the nose, a beautiful roundness in the mouth. This wine is full of freshness with a good level of aromatic complexity around mango and ginger. A very good aroma-acidity balance. A nice long finish.

Final Grade = A-

By @oray_wine, ago