Cuvee BrutThe chalky texture and juicy acidity of this lively Champagne create a fine interplay with the bright flavors of ripe white cherry, poached quince, biscuit and fruit forward pineapple. Country Region: France, Champagne, Aube Grape Variety: 70% Pinot Noir & 30% Chardonnay Dosage: 9gr L Bottle Size: 750ml Best serve at 8 10C

Pessace-Leognan

Matured in 65% new oak

This is very Nuits in character and should age well over the medium-term

I suspect that the warmth will always be apparent

The 2014 Clerc Milon is more backward on the nose compared to the d’Armailhac: quite sumptuous in style with black fruit

There is a velvety mouth feel to the extract rich middle weight flavors that possess a sleek muscularity before terminating in a balanced

intellectual Pontet-Canet on your hands

with vibrant acidity providing excellent tension

a wine that I suspect will gain more weight during its élevage

all the subtleties of Pinot Blanc and the body of Pinot Auxerrois optimised by the “Methode Traditionnelle”

orange blossom and hints of brioche

The palate is wonderful: a fabulous line of acidity