Les Vins Bonhomme 2012 El Petit Bonhomme Blanco (Rueda DO) Spain
Availability: BCLDB stores and private wine shops like Everything Wine
Cost: $14
Alcohol: 13.5%
Production: 2600 cases
Date Tasted: February 25th, 2014
Tasting Notes: A crisp, fruity and vibrant wine made from 100% Verdejo sourced from the Northwest Spanish region of Rueda offering nectarine, peach pit and passion-fruit aromas on the nose and tangy citrus and ripe melon flavours on the mineral-infused palate. Finishes a bit 'hot', though the lingering spicy notes are memorable and help this 'fresh white' stand-out from the crowd. Drink now-2016.
- Liam Carrier ©copyright 2014 IconWines.ca
Les Vins Bonhomme 2012 El Petit Bonhomme Tinto (Jumilla DO) Spain
Availability: BCLDB stores and private wine shops like Everything Wine
Cost: $15
Alcohol: 14.5%
Production: 5000 cases
Date Tasted: February 15th, 2014
Tasting Notes: A co-production by Spain's renowned Juan Gil family and Canadian-born winemaker Natalie Bonhomme, El Petit Bonhomme is a well-made, easy-drinking, North American-palate friendly blend of 55% Monastrell, 30% Garnacha and 15% Syrah sourced from mature vineyards in the Jumilla region of Spain. Fruity on the nose with aromas of cherry and blackcurrant supported by savoury notes like pipe tobacco, menthol, anise, oak and spices. The palate offers similar flavours and rounded tannins and tangy, citrus acidity. Would pair beautifully with grilled, sweet'n'spicy ham dishes. Enjoy this wine in its youth. Drink now-2016.
- Liam Carrier ©copyright 2014 IconWines.ca
