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The Edinburgh Geologist - Issue no 38 - Spring 2002


Brigantium label		 Tasting Notes

An interesting wine whose provenance is clearly of less importance than its palaeontological antecedents. The nose suggests a clean open marine environment with fresh Middle Mesozoic overtones. The bouquet is calcareous though there is a sharp suspicion of aragonitic replacement. But it is the finish that is outstanding, being best described as pearly to iridescent. What can I say? This must be the best possible accompaniment to shellfish, especially rather old shellfish.

Thanks to Cliff Porteous, who sent me this label, together with a spectacular label for the next issue. He should not be held responsible for the Tasting Notes however, and in fact tells me that L'ammonite, an Italian Merlot, is really a light and refreshing wine. I ask all readers to keep a sharp eye out during their summer holidays to wine-growing regions of the world!

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