Hermit Crab Viognier
August 15th, 2011
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Wine Tasting: d’ Arenberg Hermit Crab Marsanne Viognier & Taltarni Three Monks Fume Blanc
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2009 D’Arenberg The Hermit Crab Marsanne Viognier 750ml The nose is expressive and rich with orange peel, candied ginger, apricot, and citrus notes. The Marsanne shows itself in the peach and nutty complexity which is married nicely with an appealing straw like vegetal character. The palate has a lovely balance of sweetness, palate weight, and acidity. Lemon and lime characters are prominent on the palate with a lively granny smith apple acidity provid… |
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2008 d’Arenberg The Hermit Crab Viognier Marsanne Australia 750ml International Wine CellarRated 89Light, bright gold. Pungent aromas of tangerine, poached pear and floral honey over a subtle underpinning of minerals. Supple, gently sweet orchard fruit and melon flavors are firmed by a citrus zest quality and pick up an exotic floral note on the back end. This juicy, fruit-driven wine will work well with spicy foods.A very pale watery appearance with tints of gr… |
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d’Arenberg The Hermit Crab Marsanne/Viognier 2009 2009 had sufficient winter rains that set up the vines well with good canopies, particularly in the Adelaide Hills. December and January were very cool with the exception of a few hot days. Mild weather followed allowing the vines to recover from a brief heat spell and finish ripening in low stress conditions. 72% Viogniner and 28% Marsanne. The nose is expressive and rich with orange peel, candie… |
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Hermit Crab $19.99 Hermit Crab – Masterprint |
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The Hermit Crab $49.99 D. A. Forrest The Hermit Crab – Giclee Print |