Gatinois Grand Cru Ros? d'Ay Brut NV SIngle Malt Auchentoshan Blood Oak is a

Auchentoshan Blood Oak is a rather dramatically-named single malt in a combination of bourbon casks and red wine casks

delicately tart oak spice lingers in the mouth

Chardonnay shines through with a forceful radiance

dried-fruit-like raisin and date aromas

a sour note

Gatinois Grand Cru Ros? d'Ay Brut NV SIngle Malt Auchentoshan Blood Oak is aA standout, the NV Brut Ros? Grand Cru from Gatinois is also one of the highlights among this year? s crop of new releases. Vinous, rich and intense, the Ros? will appeal most to readers who enjoy bold, racy Champagnes. This Pinot Noir based Ros? exudes richness, intensity and class. Everyone knows the main ? Grande Marque? houses but what few realize is that the majority of vineyards are owned by individual growers. A great number simply on sell the