Great Gamay

[Florida Jim]

With grilled salmon, asparagus and mushroom risotto:

1999 Dom. Jadot, Chateau des Jacques, Moulin-a-Vent (from magnum):

clean red cherry, black cherry, earth scents, light floral tones and nice pepper/spice elements/

medium body, at first a bit tight but opens in air to flavors that follow the nose with good complexity, silken texture, great character, intense and concentrated, perfect balance/

long, very clean finish.

This is a Domaine wine and still several years from its peak. Nonetheless, it is fragrant, balanced and delicious and much longer than one expects of Beaujolais. ‘Simply superb with the meal and a wine that even novice tasters were very excited about.

About $40, retail.

Best, Jim

[Sparkitus]

Some personal favorites, in a traditional style: Coudert Clos de Roilette (Fleurie), Alain Demon Cotes Roannaises Gamay, and Hubert Lignier (great Burgundy producer) Passetoutgrains 2000 (gamay/pinot noir).