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Domaine Philippe Gilbert Menetou-Salon France

The 2012 Domaine Philippe Gilbert Menetou-Salon France has earned its place in The World of Fine Wine’s handpicked collection of tasting notes, featuring insights from the world’s foremost wine authorities. Explore in-depth commentary from wine experts Andrew Jefford, Andreas Larsson and Stephan Reinhardt on Domaine Philippe Gilbert Menetou-Salon France - an internationally acclaimed dry white from Loire.
Domaine Philippe Gilbert Menetou-Salon France
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Wine Name
Domaine Philippe Gilbert Menetou-Salon France

Wine Producer
Domaine Philippe Gilbert

Score
84

Wine Style
White - Dry

Grape Type
Sauvignon Blanc

Country
France

Vintage
2010

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Andrew Jefford: Full, pale, bright gold in color. Distinctively varietal but with some emphasis on the faintly sweaty, oniony side of the Sauvignon character. This clears after a while to give a sense of freshness (classic thiols). On the palate, this is light, fresh, graceful—rather more mineral than fruity; moderately concentrated, with fresh natural acidity and a delicately nettly finish. Not a show-stopper, but perfect with food: a discreet, responsive food partner. It would need a more refined aromatic profile for a high score, but there is lots to enjoy14.5

Andreas Larsson: A bit closed on the nose: some discreet notes of citrus peel, elderflower, and fresh grapes. The palate has some weight to it, some creamy notes, and a balanced acidity; youthful, with zesty fruit and a fair length13

Stephan Reinhardt: White/golden color. Fresh and just ripe on the nose; clear and straight; quite discreet. Round and aromatic on the palate, creamy, rich, and well balanced, with a slight crisp acidity. This is no Sauvignon to drink for fun but should be delicious with food. Serious. Complex and salty on the palate. Gets more complex with air contact. I would pour it into a decanter for an hour or so. Well-balanced and powerful wine. Retaste! 15

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Wine expert Andrew Jefford
Andreas Larsson
Stephan Reinhardt
Tastings year 2012
Region Loire
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