My top three enjoyed wines for July 2013

When I look back at all the wines I reviewed this month, nine of them stood out for me. Three of these are Canadian wines and two of them, Cabernet Franc. I am not sure if this is a Canadian thing but I really enjoy Cabernet Franc. Apart from being well suited to our climate, for me, Cabernet Franc is not just a blending grape but has a great deal to offer on its own. I also really enjoyed two white wines this month, Domaine des Aubusières Cuvée de Silex Vouvray 2011 and Cloudy Bay Chardonnay 2009. Now here are my top three this months; 

My top three wines in July

1- Château des Laurets 2009 Puisseguin Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France


http://paulnjoywine.blogspot.ca/2013/07/chateau-des-laurets-2009-puisseguin.html

 

I still can’t believe the great value that this 2009 Bordeaux represented. Well structured and age-worthy yet drinking beautifully now. Give it another 3-4 more years and it should achieve the same elegance has my number 2 pick, the Brunello.

  

2- San Giorgio Ugolforte Brunello Di Montalcino 2006, Docg Tuscany, Italy


http://paulnjoywine.blogspot.ca/2013/07/san-giorgio-ugolforte-brunello-di.html

I am a big fan of Brunello and this one offers beautiful and complex aromas, smooth and subtle texture and an elegant finish. Worth the splurge. 

3- Lornano Chianti Classico 2009, Docg Tuscany, Italy


http://paulnjoywine.blogspot.ca/2013/07/lornano-chianti-classico-2009-docg.html

I still vividly remember how beautifully, how enjoyable this Chianti Classico was. Great wine making at play here where the winemaker let the fruit and region express themselves without over manipulation.