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Philippe Perreault

Philippe Perreault Sommelier

Domaine les Fumées Blanches

François Lurton Domaine les Fumées Blanches Sauvignon Blanc 2023

Côtes De Gascogne I.G.P., France
20 hours, 38 minutes ago

Philippe scored this wine: 86/100

It's 100% Sauvignon Blanc. Clear yellow color with notes of citrus, nectarine, peach, pear, green apple, stone and asparagus. It's complex, aromatic and crispy . Pair it with Shellfish or a ceviche Serve it between 10-12 degrees. Enjoyable now!

Stratus Cabernet Franc 2008

V.Q.A., Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario, Canada
6 days ago

Philippe scored this wine: 93/100

clear garnet color with orange hue. Notes of tobacco, raspberry, blackberry, smoke, black pepper and eucalyptus. It's elegant, structured and rich. Pair it with a T-Bone. Serve it between 15-17 degrees. Enjoyable now or can be cellared 2-3 years again.

Kanonkop Kadette Pinotage Rosé 2025

Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa
7 days ago

Philippe scored this wine: 90/100

Pinotage is a cross between the Pinot Noir and Cinsault. Clear pink/gray color with notes of cherry, strawberry, raspberry, rose flower and black current. It's medium-bodied, creamy and long on the palate. Pair it with seafood, salmon, tuna or sushis. Serve it between 8-10 degrees. enjoyable now but can be cellared up to 2 years.

12 days ago

Philippe scored this wine: 87/100

It's a blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah. Deep purple color with aromas of blackberry, cherry, chocolate, spice and vanilla. It's medium-bodied, soft and rich. Serve it between 15-17 degrees. Enjoyable now. Pair it with a ribeye.

12 days ago

Philippe scored this wine: 93/100

This Pinot Noir (also know as Spätburgunder) has a clear ruby color with notes of cherry, spices, strawberry, violette , mushroom and undergrowth. Itès complex, elegant and long on the palate. Serve it at 14-15 degrees. Pair it with a duck breast. Enjoyable now but can be aged 8-10 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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