Report from - Francois Lurton Tasting at Le Select Bistro ... September 10, 2009

Francois Lurton came to town with some memorable quotes (bon mots) and some memorable wines (bon vins).

The Quotes …

On why Francois make 70 different wines from 5 different countries:  “I like to produce them.  I like the diversity, they all have a reason to exist, there is no marketing link, none of them are made to just fill some kind of marketing hole.”

About his 4-million bottle production of ‘Les Fumees Blanches’ (France – Sauvignon Blanc):  “I want to prove that we can produce volume and quality.”

About his closure of choice:  “If I could put all my wines under screwcap I would … they are a neutral solution, cork adds too much to the wine, good and bad.”

On why he is making wines all over the world:  “I think you can produce very good, inexpensive wines all over the world. I think I have accomplished that goal.”

On the use of natural versus cultured yeast in the making of wine:  “Never use natural yeast on a white wine; the best way to make a bad white is to use natural ferment.”

On Pinot Noir:  “I love new world Pinot Noir, those are the kinds I drink.”

The Wines … (find out about the 'Bon Vins"by clicking here )

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