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Carolyn Hetke

Carolyn Hetke

23 days ago

Carolyn scored this wine: 92/100

Lots of classic character here in this off-dry Gewurz. Enticing aromatics of stone fruits and lychee carry to the palate. A silky, balance palate winds up with lingering candied lemon notes. Most enjoyable. Pair with lemon chicken. Tasted Feb 2023 thewineloverskitchen.com

23 days ago

Carolyn scored this wine: 89/100

An approachable Pinot Noir where dried cherry carries from the nose to the palate. Well structured with fine tannins. Pair with lamb or duck. Tasted Feb 2023 thewineloverskitchen.com

23 days ago

Carolyn scored this wine: 90/100

Lots of character in this vintage with mild honey and lychee on the nose. The palate is nicely balanced and delivers crisp, lemon notes over a mineral undertones. Enjoy with roast chicken or creamy pasta. Tasted Feb 2023 thewineloverskitchen.com

23 days ago

Carolyn scored this wine: 90/100

Seven years in and this Riesling is still taut and fresh with notes of lime peel, mouthwatering acidity and an seam of minerality. A serious Riesling that will stand up to pork roast or veal. Tasted Feb 2023 thewineloverskitchen.

Tradition

Sipp Mack Tradition Pinot Gris 2021

Alsace A.O.C., France
23 days ago

Carolyn scored this wine: 92/100

This is a lovely, feminine Pinot Gris with pear nectar and lemon on the nose, offset by hints of minerality. Candied orange peel and peach permeate a silky, round palate. Very pleasant with a very long, citrus finish. Enjoy with scallops or shrimp or mango chicken dishes. Tasted Feb 2023 thewineloveskitchen.com

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Memorable Wine

A Châteauneuf-du-Pape we had with dinner at Château des Fines Roches. I admit the ambiance probably had a lot to do with the 'memorable' part!

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First Wine

Probably Baby Duck but in all fairness it would have been at the kid's table at Christmas!

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Unusual Wine Experience

Exploring an organic Tuscan winery where there was literally inches of mould on the bottles.

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Current Fav Wine

Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Bordeaux.....That is like asking a mother to choose their favourite child!

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