Yesterday I met up with preferred and WineDrinkerOfTexas at a local retailer that was hosting a complimentary tasting of Robert Kracher Imports. Here is what was tasted:

Grange Rouquette Marsanne/Viognier 2002
Toques & Clochers Chardonnay 2002
Albrecht Gewurztraminer 2002
Thibert Pouilly Vinzelles 2001
Lalande Chardonnay 2002
Albrecht Pinot Gris 2002

Coste Chaude Cotes du Rhone Villages la Rocaille 2001
Santa Duc Cairanne les Buissons 2001
Andre Brunel Cotes du Rhone 2001
Mas Carlot Cabernet/Syrah 2002
Mas Guiot Cabernet/Syrah 2002
Andre Brunel Rasteau 2000

Here is the Robert Parker teaser sent along with the invitation:

"Robert Kacher is the hottest importer in the United States for the simple reason that he continues to beat his competition on the playing field - the vineyards and cellars of France. No one spends more time in winemaker's caves arguing for lower yields and or less fining and filtration. The strip label indicating a bottle of wine is a Robert Kacher Selection has become as close to a guarantee of high quality as consumers are likely to find. " Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate

Well, the only thing I can say is apparently Robert Kracher didn't bring along the wines Robert Parker has been tasting. The two Albrecht offerings were drinkable but nothing I would spend my money on. The rest just flat out sucked.

However, it was great to spend some time with my fellow Dallar Area Winos. There is a silver lining to every cloud!