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Philippe Perreault

Philippe Perreault Sommelier

Katherine's Vineyard

Cambria Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay 2022

Santa Maria Valley, Santa Barbara County, California, United States
2 days ago

Philippe scored this wine: 90/100

Medium straw-yellow color with notes of apple, pears, vanilla, oak barrel, lemon and tangerine. It's complex, buttery and very long on the palate. Serve it between 10-12 degrees. Can be aged from 3 up to 5 years. Serve it with Roast chicken with lemon and herbs or Ceviche or citrus-marinated shrimp.

7 days ago

Philippe scored this wine: 92/100

This Chardonnay is from the AVA Willamette Valley Oregon. Clear yellow color with aromas of apple, pear, almond, vanilla, flint, quince and orange blossom. It's medium-bodied, long, fresh, mineral and complex. serve it between 10-12 degrees. Pair it with grilled salmon, scallop shell or oysters. Enjoyable now but can be aged 2-3 years.

Loveblock Pinot Noir 2020

Central Otago, South Island, New Zealand
9 days ago

Philippe scored this wine: 90/100

Clear ruby color with notes of blackberry, cherry and tobacco. It's bold, rich and light-bodied. Pair it with Game birds such as quail, pheasant and partridge or even with the duck. Serve it at 14-15 degrees. Enjoyable now but can be aged from 3 up to 5 years.

17 days ago

Philippe scored this wine: 85/100

It's made of 100% Moscato. This sweet wine as a clear yellow with an amber hue. Aromas of orange peel, peach and apricot. It's aromatic, very long on the palate and lively. Pair it with cheese like Manchego or goat cheese or with a nice exotic dessert. Serve it between 5-6 degrees. Enjoyable now but can be aged 3-5 years.

Wynns Coonawarra Estate Shiraz 2021

Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia
36 days ago

Philippe scored this wine: 87/100

Deep purple color with aromas of black current, raspberry, violet and black pepper. It's full-bodied, balanced and elegant. Pair it with roast lamb. Serve it between 15-17 degrees. Enjoyable now but can be cellared 2-3 years.

Philippe Perreault

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Memorable Wine

Pendfolds, Grange, 1994

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First Wine

Chianti, Ruffino

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Unusual Wine Experience

Tasting many old Burgundian wines included La Romanée Conti (La Tâche) at La Tour d'Argent in Paris

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Current Fav Wine

Champagne, Moutard (100% Arbane)

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