Louis Max 2004 Nuit St Georges
Saturday, August 16th, 2008It’s always a bit risky reviewing a wine received as a present. This bottle by Maison Louis Max came from my good mate Tony Atkinson and I know he got it from a specialist wine retailer in Liverpool. It’s really tough to find online and according the website has a select and very limited (and no doubt highly discerning) customer base.
I love the slightly irreverent labels. Much more lively than the sombre output of the average French label draughtsman.
I also loved the wine although it would be unfair to call it irreverent. A herby nose of crushed basil, red berry jam and compost is fairly typical Pinot Noir. The taste is like strawberry jam with tarragon. Really delicious cutting a dapper line between refreshing and serious.
Top slurp – I’ll keep an eye out for more by Louis Max.
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