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Finely beaded, beautifully mature wine. This is what the 2002 vintage in Champagne is all about.
Irresistible brioche / baked bread nose with hints of wildflower. Maintain proper serving temperature for optimal olfactory experience.
60% Pinot Noir (from premier cru and grand crus vineyards in Montagne de Reims and Grande Vallée de la Marne) and 40% Chardonnay (from the Côte des Blancs). Overall 20% vinified in oak.
Vinous citrus palate. Lengthy rounded finish with a nice bit of salinity. Drinks a bit more like nicely aged Blanc de Blanc at this stage.
Quite fruit dominated for a 19 year old Champagne. Should easily hold at peak for another 5 years or so with a lot more potential for additional tertiary development.
Paired nicely with grilled octopus and polenta, followed by whole black sea bass grilled over cherry-wood coals. The wood- fired grill at RockSalt in Charlotte is similar in design to those used at Victor Arguinzoniz' world famous Asador Etxebarri, in the mountains outside of San Sebastián.
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