How was your Saturday?

We started of with the BdN of Bruno et Christine. First time I had this champagne was at Amber** in Hong Kong and I truly enjoyed it. Great wine that complements with food extremely well. Expressive fermentation of apple cider and lemon. Lovely structure and ages well for a few years. After a bit of effort I was able to locate the local importer and we continued to enjoy this champagne. After returning to Europe I was not able to acquire this champagne. Through the HK importer I got into contact with the winemaker and ultimately we visited them and bought (too) many boxes at a cray good price. The passion of the young couple operating the winery is energizing and inspiring. A great memory!

Then we moved on the the *PYCM 2017 Pernand. What can I say, I am a sucker for all things PYCM His Pernands are obviously some of the best of the appellation. Light yellow colour, some crystals. Nose od lemon, butter, white flowers, stoney and flint. Palate is medium acidity, medium alcohol and body, long finish.

And finally the Kistler 2012 Trenton Roadhouse. Kistler has a special place in my wine heart. Almost 20 years ago I visited NYC for a business trip and my boss at the time said to me and my colleague: “guys this has been a crazy project so far. Go and have dinner at this restaurant (Aquavit) and order a bottle of Kistler. Don’t worry about the check, just expense it.” We both were blown away. Nothing we ever had before. We enjoyed the wine (European speed) and the staff was getting nervous at some point as we were clearly way too slow. Till this day Kistler has a soft spot in my wine heart. This bottle took a bit of time to open up and find balance. It returns to the tropical fruit side of Chardonnay, with pineapple, mango, mandarin orange and honeysuckle notes. Long, rich, full-bodied, crisp and zesty, this is a juicy, succulent, opulent and full-bodied Chardonnay. Probably a little over its peak for my liking but still a great wine.