| 12% abv, Celles-sur-Ocre, imported by Hand Picked Selections Inc., Warrebton, VA. Cork closure: composite. Biodynamic calendar: leaf day. Winemaking notes: RM grower Champagne. 100% Chardonnay, sustainably-farmed, and aged on the lees for 36 months with a dosage of 9g/L. “The estate is situated south of Epernay, in the outlying Côte des Bar region of Champagne (Aube department).” Vineyards are in the village of Celles-sur-Ource. Tasting note: the Blanc de Blancs is pale lemon in color with a clean nose of medium+ intensity with aromas of jasmine, lemon, grapefruit, green apple, Bosch pear, biscuit, croissant, brioche, and almond paste. One the palate this wine is off-dry with high acid, medium alcohol, medium body, medium+m flavor intensity and a medium finish with flavors of white blossom, Myer lemon, lime zest, chalk, brine, hazelnut cream, marzipan, biscuit, and pineapple jam. Drink now, this wine is good: 8.8/10. |
