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Marynissen 2001 Gamay Noir
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Date added;:	04.Aug.2008
Author :	Michael Pinkus - Grape Guy

Description You usually see Gamay in the Henry of Pelham style, which is low-to-no-oak and very fruity … this one is the exact opposite – a wine of structure and style perfect for ageing and enjoying later. Don’t get me wrong, I love both styles, but this one flies in the face of convention. Marynissen, a long time maker of high quality ageable wines, has once again crafted a wine of quality, ageability, and drinkability. The nose starts out with smoky oak then it opens up with smells of dark fleshy fruits like raspberries and plums, along with some currants that peak through. On the palate, you’ll taste strawberries and woodsy notes, along with other dark fruits hidden behind the wood. In the glass, you’ll notice harmless sediment forming and there’s a tannin grip that’s not usually found in Gamay. With wonderful depth and character and a potential for aging even further, this wine still drinks remarkably well right now. There’s a limited supply of this wine left, so best you scoot right out, or phone, to get your hands on a few bottles before it’s all gone.

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Varietal / Grape Gamay Noir

Region Niagara

Winery Marynissen

Year 2001

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