Château La Varière, Bonnezeaux Les Melleresses, 2009 - 50cl Gamay A recent tasting of the

A recent tasting of the first vintage (2009) at lunch with Alain proved this wine’s incredible longevity - it was still vibrant

They are members of the prestigious VDP organisation of the top producers in Germany

The proportions of grape varieties planted are 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc

ripe notes of blackcurrants

South African Chenin can be both complex and totally gluggable in the right hands

Château La Varière, Bonnezeaux Les Melleresses, 2009 - 50cl Gamay A recent tasting of theChteau La Varire Bonnezeaux Les Melleresses has a ripe and concentrated nose, combining citrus fruits, sweet spices and tropical fruits. Similarly concentrated on the palate, both rich and harmonious. Despite its weightiness and oily texture, it is initially restrained due to its youth, showing candied peel, dried apricot and quince with its sweetness countered by a disarmingly fresh level of acidity. Delicious now, but with plenty more enjoyment to