88
points
Domaine des Grandes Vignes 2007 Les Cocainelles Cabernet Franc (Anjou)
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$23
From a vineyard that is being converted to biodynamic farming, here is a rich, dense wine, impressive for the year. The fruit is smoky, with bacon and dark plums over rich wood flavors. It’s full in the mouth, the acidity sweet and balanced.
— R.V.
(9/1/2009)
84
points
Domaine des Grandes Vignes 2007 La Varenne du Poirier Chenin Blanc (Anjou)
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$23
Superripe pear aromas are followed by fruit that hints at oxidation, very open and soft with an intriguing saltiness. Only towards the end does the wine show structure, with pineapple and peach flavors. The fruit is intense, but in the end, the wine seems to fall apart.
— R.V.
(9/1/2009)