Sourced from 100% 45-year-old Gamay Noir vines grown in granitic sand, hence the name, this unique sparkling rosé walks a very fine line between funk and fruit. Ripe strawberries and plump market raspberries are unearthed, once one gets past damp spring soil, that walk through the barn in sodden boots (and yes, I had a barn with animals, I know it well). Given that, its unusual countenance is a welcome break. It's more classically styled and delicate on the palate and a very nice companion to charcuterie. It's well worth mentioning that this was tasted at Bar Avignon, a wine bar in Portland, Oregon that I highly recommend. — 10 years ago
Nose of plums, mushrooms and herbs. Medium to full bossy with tastes of dark berries and continues with herbs, chocolate and truffles. Nicely woven tannins lead to a nice finish. — 10 years ago
Gardenia, honey and new rubber rain boots on the nose. Taste sweet and crisp, but not as balanced as I would like. A little too much alcohol on the finish. — 10 years ago
Nice funk on the nose, bright and clean with a stone fruit finish. especially delicious while wearing a terrycloth robe and steel toe boots. — 11 years ago
@ Bear in Boots - Falmouth, MA — 11 years ago
This funk knocks my boots — 11 years ago
Aromas of mushrooms, underbrush, cassis, blackberries, old leather boots, volate acidity, crushed stones, and black pepper. Rustic, dirty, earthy, dark fruits, leather, dark chocolate, and some rancio notes. Weak but some rustic beauty to it. — 12 years ago
B street and vine — 12 years ago
Surprisingly enjoyable and not a typical Italian red. It is very similar to the classic Pinot boots that are everywhere, but with a bit more punch. Very fragrant with dark berries and a hint of leather. — 9 years ago
Red fruit and roses on the bouquet. Very light and fresh without too much acid. Had with some pho. — 9 years ago
Oak, cherry, nose with just enough spice. Good tannins but not overwhelming. Dark cherry river wearing leather boots in an oak canoe. Done. Great. — 10 years ago
2010 vintage. Meaty and bossy. Plenty of fruit on the palate. — 10 years ago
Delicious, somewhat understated. Rich flavor that manages to be full, but not bossy. Oddly, it has a borderline "liquor" like aroma. — 10 years ago
@ Bear in Boots - Falmouth, MA — 11 years ago
Top 5 favorite pinot boots! — 12 years ago
Surprisingly delicious! Loved it. Great for price range and have gone back for more a few times. — 12 years ago
1983 - leather boots good. — 9 years ago
Well this is new. A rosé I actually like. If you're like me and find rosé a gross, confused wine with identity crisis, fear not! This affordable bottle not only doesn't taste bad, it tastes pretty darn swell. It's not bitter and sharp and it doesn't just barge in your mouth all bossy like it knows what you like to drink. This wine is actually smooth and mellow, it's not overly dry or painfully acidic. It's got a fruitier flavor, but it's still super bright and summery. I want to make sangria with this and not even add sugar. Just all yummy goodness. — 10 years ago
Way too big for its boots at the moment. Let it sit. Really is a monster. — 10 years ago
Like licking clove and blackberry jam out of some old leather riding boots. In a good way. Ready to go! — 10 years ago
My fav bordeaux of the night but others preferred the '85 calon segur...this was lightsr and more elegant, and more ready to drink but will still hold for several more years. Great mature old boots, leaves and mushroom with a kiss of cassis still hanging around...very well balanced, well oaked classic bordeaux. — 10 years ago
Definitely on the earthy side, as if chewing on the finest Italian (errrr French) leather boots. It finishes with softer strawberry and black cherry notes, while maintaining its earthy character. Little bitterness (drank without food). I'll update after food. — 12 years ago
Kimberly Scruggs
Very fruity. Sweet but not overpowering. I like this chilled. — 8 years ago