Vieux Marc de Chateauneuf du Pape, made by the Legats.
Since last night was my last in Avignon, thought I’d indulge in a digestif, and the waiter persuaded me to try the local speciality. It is very strongly flavoured – reminded me of Chinese fortified wine with its complex combination of herbs – and very strong.
I drink much less now than I used to in my misspent youth, and I don’t have the tolerance for alcohol I used to have, but I’m still not a cheap drunk. However, my head remained in the clouds for several hours afterwards.
I’m thinking of buying a bottle just in case I should ever need to have an operation without anaesthetic – you wouldn’t feel a thing…
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