Georges Duboeuf 2007 Morgon

Deep clear ruby color. Black cherry smell, some raspberry. Raspberry and cherry flavors, strawberry. Nice depth of flavor, long tart fruity finish.

The next day no pronounced differences.

I wouldn't buy this again for $19.79. It's nice wine, but not at this price.

Georges Duboeuf 2006 Julienas "La TrinQuee"

The Naked Vine tells us that "La Trinquée" is "the clinking glass." I think that's also known as drinky-drinky (with gesture).

Dark clear reddish purple. Spicy smell of raspberry and what is that?, hyacinth? Tart deep flavors of black cherry and raspberry. I don't get the smoky flavors that some reviews I've read note. The best way I can characterize the finish is (surprise!) fruity.

The next day maybe I can talk myself into imagining a hint of smoky smell. Still cherries and berries rule the flavor, though.

I'd happily buy this again for $13.79. I confer the Blog Ordinary thumbs-up mark of approval.

Chateau des Capitans 2004 Julienas

Deep purple red color. Full smell of raspberry, warm alcohol and some vinegary carbonic maceration character with a hint of vanilla. Full fruity flavor, raspberry and strawberry, well-balanced with crisp acid.

The next day the smell is still loaded with fruit, as is the flavor.

While this seems a relatively sturdy Beaujolais, I foresee no significant improvement from further age. I don’t think it’s going to deteriorate in the next few years, either.

I feel comfortable saying I’d buy this again for $15.99, and that I’ll certainly keep an eye out for future vintages.