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HUDSON-CHATHAM BACO NOIR 2009!

Chris Matthews gives a rave review of or 2008 and 2009 Baco Noirs in the most recent issue of Rural Intelligence.

"As often happens with a small production, gold medal-winner, however, the 2008 is now sold out. Fortunately, the De Vitos have kept some bottles back as “library” wines.

"Most of us remember the miserable, wet summer of 2009. In that context, the newly released 2009 Baco Noir is a pleasant surprise. While definitely lighter in color and body than the 2008, reflecting the difficult vintage, it has pretty, floral and plummy aromas reminiscent of Pinot Noir, and bright red fruit with a dash of pepper on the palate. The 2009’s lovely fruit and zesty acidity will make it a versatile—and delightful—local addition to a Thanksgiving table.

Conclusion: two very different, but pleasing wines, showing that Baco Noir can make exceptional wines in disparate (even bad) years in the HV."

He has a lot more to say. Go and read the whole thing at:

http://www.ruralintelligence.com/index.php/food_section/food_articles_spirits/just_in_time_for_the_turkey_hudson-chathams_baco_noir/

Thanks Chris, and everyone else at Rural Intelligence!