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This guide to the wines of Israel includes an introduction to history wine reg... This guide to the wines of Israel includes an introduction to history wine regions and grape varieties vintage reports for the last decade information about every winery in Israel and critical ratings of over 1000 wines. more

"Deep color. An intense, delicate, subtle and complex nose. Very neat and regu... "Deep color. An intense, delicate, subtle and complex nose. Very neat and regular on the palate upon attack leading to volume and a nicely round structure. Highly powerful, great length, dense and purely elegant. Blend: 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11%... more

"Created as a tribute to Louise Pommery, Cuvée Louise is an absolutely pure wi... "Created as a tribute to Louise Pommery, Cuvée Louise is an absolutely pure wine which quintessentially conveys the wine-making expertise of the Pommery champagne house. The wine has a yellow, slightly golden color with an exceptional brightness and... more

"Full body with deep and dark purple color. Bacchanal sweet nose with dried ba... "Full body with deep and dark purple color. Bacchanal sweet nose with dried banana chips, fruit in rum, fruitcake, pickled plums, compote of blueberries, violets, cardamom, passion fruit and chocolate muffin. Iridescent sweetness hitting the palate... more

"\"There are no signs on the dusty, narrow, dirt roads of Southern Rhône's Châ... "\"There are no signs on the dusty, narrow, dirt roads of Southern Rhône's Châteauneuf-du-Pape directing you to Château Rayas,\" writes Per-Henrik Mansson. \"That's no accident. The late Louis Reynaud and his late son, Jacques, used to do all they... more

"A delicate and extremely complex nose. At first, intense floral notes of viol... "A delicate and extremely complex nose. At first, intense floral notes of violet and rose petal, which open into aromas of cherry and vanilla. The attack reveals good volume, evolving towards an elegant and full mid-palate. Wonderful soft, rounded... more

"Has a beautiful nose of crushed berry, spices and nutmeg, with a hint of coff... "Has a beautiful nose of crushed berry, spices and nutmeg, with a hint of coffee. Then turns to licorice. Full-bodied, with supersilky tannins and a long finish of vanilla, berry and cinnamon. Beautifully crafted. Best after 2014. The 2005 is a... more

"Château Palmer has always transcended fashions and trends to instead tap into... "Château Palmer has always transcended fashions and trends to instead tap into a single voice: its terroir. The finesse and elegance of its Margaux roots, the softness and sophistication of its texture, the nobility of leather and the gentle caress... more

"The 2001 vintage of this wine was ranked #10 on the Wine Spectator's Top 10 W... "The 2001 vintage of this wine was ranked #10 on the Wine Spectator's Top 10 Wines of 2005Lovely, brilliant, golden-yellow color. Concentrated nose of apricot compote, dried fruit, and figs with vanilla and floral (jasmine and acacia blossom)... more

"A superb Mouton, the 2005 is composed of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, ... "A superb Mouton, the 2005 is composed of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, and a dollop of Cabernet Franc. Under the new administrator, Philippe Dalhuin, the strictest selection of any recent vintage was instituted (64% of the production was... more

"2005 was the fourth consecutive year to have a deficit in rainfall, but the d... "2005 was the fourth consecutive year to have a deficit in rainfall, but the drought began very early, at the end of May, which allowed the vine to adapt itself by reducing its leaves. The very hot weather in June and July gave way to progressively... more

"Created as a tribute to Louise Pommery, Cuvée Louise is an absolutely pure wi... "Created as a tribute to Louise Pommery, Cuvée Louise is an absolutely pure wine which quintessentially conveys the wine-making expertise of the Pommery champagne house. The wine has a yellow, slightly golden color with an exceptional brightness and... more

"Aromas of currant and fresh flowers follow through to a medium-to-full body, ... "Aromas of currant and fresh flowers follow through to a medium-to-full body, with chewy tannins and a slightly woody finish, but the fruit comes through. Turns long and pretty. Best after 2010." more

"Blend: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot... "Blend: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot, 1% Malbec This tastes of great Cabernet Sauvignon, with its black currant, cedar and herbs and fresh, juicy acidity. It is as fresh as it is rich, but it has a structure... more

"Pierre Moncuit Vieille Vigne Cuvee Nicole Extra Brut 2005 Champagne - France" "Pierre Moncuit Vieille Vigne Cuvee Nicole Extra Brut 2005 Champagne - France" more

"This prestigious 2005 vintage has an intense golden color with straw highligh... "This prestigious 2005 vintage has an intense golden color with straw highlights. When served, the effervescence is fine and dynamic. The nose is subtle and expressive. It reveals notes of quince paste, peach in syrup, fresh hazelnut and praline... more

"2005 was a stunning vintage of great sunshine, which produced an atypical Can... "2005 was a stunning vintage of great sunshine, which produced an atypical Cantemerle. Unexpected aromas of coffee and caramel accompany an opulent presence on the palate; the attack is smooth and impressions of roundness persist through the finish.... more

"The 2005 vintage has produced a wine with an outstanding balance. The beautif... "The 2005 vintage has produced a wine with an outstanding balance. The beautiful color is purple, dark and shiny. The nose is still very reserved and elegant with notes of black fruits and blond tobacco. The powerful and structured mouth leaves an... more

"\"This sleeper of the vintage is as stunning as Grand-Puy-Ducasse's 2003. The... "\"This sleeper of the vintage is as stunning as Grand-Puy-Ducasse's 2003. The deep purple-tinged 2005 possesses wonderful notes of sweet cherries, creme de cassis, smoke, creamy oak, and spice box. The sizeable tannins are well-concealed by the... more