2005 Bernard Faurie Hermitage Bessards-Le Méal Hermitage Rhône France Wine Tasting Note

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Young, as you would expect. There are still tannins needing to be resolved. But the firm, crisp red and black fruits, earth, pepper and mineral driven, crushed stone nose is right there. Full bodied and concentrated, with crisp freshness to the fruits, this classic Hermitage will be even better with another 3-5 years in the bottle.

Young, as you would expect. There are still tannins needing to be resolved. But the firm, crisp red and black fruits, earth, pepper and mineral driven, crushed stone nose is right there. Full bodied and concentrated, with crisp freshness to the fruits, this classic Hermitage will be even better with another 3-5 years in the bottle.

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When to Drink Domaine Belle, Anticipated Maturity, Decanting Time

Domaine Belle, when young, should be decanted at least 2-3 hours, give or take, allowing the wines to soften and open their perfume. Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment.

Domaine Belle is usually better with 8-10 years of cellaring and should be at its best between 10-25 years of age.

Serving Bernard Faurie with Wine, Food, Pairing Tips

Bernard Faurie is best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift.

Bernard Faurie is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised and grilled dishes. Bernard Faurie is also good with Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms and pasta.

Bernard Faurie, the white wine of Bernard Faurie is best served with a myriad of different seafood dishes, shellfish, crab, lobster, sushi, sashimi, chicken, pork and veal, as well as Asian cuisine.

In the Northern Rhone Valley, Bernard Faurie also produces wine from 2 hectares of vines they own in the St. Joseph appellation. In St. Joseph, they produce a standard wine and a Vieilles Vignes.