2012 Vodopivec Vitovska Solo

 Elegant. Lithe winemaking style. Better enjoyed from Riedel Vinum Extreme Pinot Noir glass rather than the Burg glass shown in photo. A little past peak for now(?)

Need to learn more about Vitovska. 2012 was a slightly less than stellar vintage in FVG, I think. But this is a nicely balanced, tasty wine.

2018 Famille Lieubeau Muscadet Sevre et Maine Chateau-Thebaud

 

First time trying this producer and it was a delightful showing. Substantial vicosity and depth of flavor on the palate. This is a re-buy at under $30/btl👍

2018 Cota 45 Pandorga

This is a sweet sherry produced by the mad genius behind Cota 45 in Jerez, Ramiro Ibáñez, On first impression, I thought of a Tokaji, but with less acidity. I enjoy everything that Ibáñez is doing.
With air on day 2, there's glimpse of the potential complexity to develop. In 20 years, this Pedro Ximenez based wine will really show its stuff. 

2009 Drappier Grand Sendree

 From a single parcel in Urville, Cotes des Bar. 4g/l dosage. Disgorged January 2019. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir ....

2nd time I've had this wine in the past 18 months. Already a Wow cuvee, it's getting better each time I try it. Beautiful complex vinosity, mouthwatering salinity, lovely fruit driven bouquet. One of my favorite champagnes these days.. highly recommended ... paired with spicy tempura fried lobster tails!

2018 Bodegas Cota 45 El Carrascal Las Vegas

 

Superb now with air. Ridiculously good in 3 to 5 years. ..Sanlúcar region from winemaker Ramiro Ibáñez. This is a field blend of Palomino Fino, Palomino Jerez and Palomino Pelusón from a single vineyard called “Viña Las Vegas” planted in 1903.   Don't drink too cold. Splash decant couldn't hurt..👍👍👍

2007 Colli di Catone Colle Gaio (Malvasia del Lazio)

 

I'll let @"Eric Guido" 's outstanding notes speak to this unique wine. Glad I have several bottles.

https://v1.vinous.com/wines?utf8=%E2%9C%93&q=2007+Colli+di+Catone+Colle+Gaio

For this particular bottle, the nose was not forthcoming. However, the complex flavor profile and skin contact mouthfeel made for a fascinating experience. 

2017 Bodegas Cota 45 UBE Maina La Charanga

 Entering peak drinking window now...What a difference a couple of years makes...

Had the 2017 Cota 45 UBE Maina La Charanga (100% Palomino) this evening paired with crab cakes, and it showed marked improvement from August 2021....it has developed into a nicely integrated, beautiful wine. Delicious complexity on the palate... hint of sweetness on the finish...

2017 Deiss Schoenenbourg and 2020 Pelican Arbois Savagnin Maceration Pelicullaire

 

Paired with fried oysters as a first course and traditional Charleston-style shrimp & grits as a second course, with creme brulee for dessert.

Both wines showed very well despite being young.