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2008 Tue-Boeuf La Butte
Gamay is a house favorite grape at Swigs. Clos du Tue-Boeuf makes some fine examples that showcase Loire mineral character, often in the form of what Todd has long characterized as peanut shell or wet chalkboard.
In 2008, one can count among those delicious wines “La Butte.” Modest in alcohol content, it’s light-bodied but nonetheless loaded with flavor. It reeks of mixed berries, cinnamon, and even hints of juniper and roasted coriander seed. Dry and tart, there’s a lot of natural fermented fruit flavors on the palate including a long, lingering blueberry or currant tartness. That dash of sour and a bit of astringency continue for quite a while — long enough, at least, to tap out a few sentences on a drinks blog.
- Alcohol: 11.8%
- Grape: Gamay
- Region: Touraine, Loire Valley, France
- Importer: Louis/Dressner
2010.03.30 Evan Hansen at 12:08 am
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One Response to 2008 Tue-Boeuf La Butte
Had a glass or two of this last week, then a bottle on the patio at Slows last night. It tastes like a raspberry punch of some sort, complete with a tiny bit of sweetness. A perfect summer red, wouldn't you say? So many Americans are unfamiliar with the pleasures of an 11.8% ABV red wine!