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WTN: 2005 Domaine Pichot Vouvray

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WTN: 2005 Domaine Pichot Vouvray

by Robert J. » Mon Jan 08, 2007 9:50 pm

Had this tonight with curried shrimp and spinach with roasted grape tomatoes.

Color: straw/gold hue.

Nose: Wildflowers, honey, pear, and a little vanilla.

Palate: Smooth up front with a crisp, clean finish that lingers for a while. Right away there is some nice white fruit that quickly gives way to some tropical flavors (I got mango while my friend was picking up a "pina colada"-type flavor; I did get some pineapple). The finish is crisp with citrusy notes of lime and some mineral.

This was a slamming good wine. Price was $15/U.S.

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Re: WTN: 2005 Domaine Pichot Vouvray

by Gregg G » Tue Jan 09, 2007 12:43 am

I've already sacrificed 3 of a 6 pack, and it's even better on day 2 or 3. The acid comes more into play and the sweetness receeds somewhat. Always a great qpr, though the '03 was not so great. My local shop sells this for $10.
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Re: WTN: 2005 Domaine Pichot Vouvray

by Rahsaan » Tue Jan 09, 2007 1:29 pm

Robert J. wrote:roasted grape tomatoes.


I'm guessing you didn't roast the little gems for very long. 5 minutes maximum? Or low heat?
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Re: WTN: 2005 Domaine Pichot Vouvray

by James Dietz » Tue Jan 09, 2007 3:31 pm

The '04 was somewhat sweet, so I've been letting them sit.. sounds like there is some noticeable RS in this vintage too?
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Re: WTN: 2005 Domaine Pichot Vouvray

by Bob Parsons Alberta » Tue Jan 09, 2007 4:31 pm

Good discussion here. Vouvray, I do not drink enough!! Does this one have any aging potential or is it a drink- up -now wine!
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Re: WTN: 2005 Domaine Pichot Vouvray

by James Dietz » Tue Jan 09, 2007 4:38 pm

Bob.. chenin blanc is a great aging wine... way under-rated....my problem is I can't hold on to them long enough cuz they are good young too... try an older Baumard.. .. delicious
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Re: WTN: 2005 Domaine Pichot Vouvray

by Bob Parsons Alberta » Tue Jan 09, 2007 4:44 pm

Thanks James, on my infrequent visits to family in UK I try to stock up on Savennieres and C de Layon. I do have some Huet in the cellar which will stay there hopefully?!!
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Re: WTN: 2005 Domaine Pichot Vouvray

by Robert J. » Tue Jan 09, 2007 6:45 pm

You guessed right, my friend. 5 minutes did it; then I let them sit in the warm oven until all else was ready.

Bob, I think that this Vouvray would age gracefully for another 5-6 years. It has good acidity and plenty of body. But I don't know if I could hold onto it that long either. I love Vouvray.

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Re: WTN: 2005 Domaine Pichot Vouvray

by Robert J. » Tue Jan 09, 2007 6:46 pm

I'll have to get more and play around with prolonged openings. Thanks.

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