Laely Heron delivers lagniappe from the Languedoc in the form of more Pinot Noir character and soul than you expect for the everyday price.
Laely comes at winemaking from a truly world-wide perspective, having lived in Africa, Asia, Europe and the US.
Today she makes wine in France, Spain and the US, priced in the everyday ($11-13) range, reflecting her belief that "delicious fine wines should be an unalienable right". The fruit for Heron Pinot Noir 2004 Vin de Pays D'Oc was sourced from Limoux, within the Languedoc AOC. About 1/5 of the wine was fermented in burgundy barrels. Alcohol content: 13%. Tasting Notes. Color: Deep ruby translucent. Aromas: Cherry, raspberry, vanilla, cedar, spice and gravel. On the tongue, the feel is middleweight with fine tannins and good acidity. Dark fruit, spice, and roasted flavors finish tart, dry and gravelly. |
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Closure: Real cork. Excellent value ($13). Food pairing: Pan-seared Salmon.
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A gareat wine, but I cannot get it where I live. I do think it is an excellent value. I buy it in Houston.
Posted by: Mary Lian | February 16, 2007 at 06:22 PM