Poster by Alphonse Mucha (1896)
The blanc de blancs cuvee from Dom Ruinart was first released in 1959. This 2007 bottling is the first vintage made entirely by Chef de Caves Frédéric Panaïotis.
The blend is 100% Chardonnay from Grand Cru vineyards: 75% from the Côte de Blancs (Chouilly, Le Mesnil, Oger and Avize) and 25% from the northern slopes of the Montage de Reims (mostly Sillery and Verzenay).
Crystalline cut of minerality defines an elegant palate of lemon and oyster shell. Pleasing nose of light honeysuckle with hints of ginger evolve with exposure to air. Bracing effervescence provides a classic textural mouthfeel and gently subsides over the course of a three hour dinner. As the wine warmed up and opened up, it took on the character of a beautiful chablis with savory saline notes. Paired very nicely with Chilean sea bass dish.
Just on the cusp of its drinking window now, with many years of life ahead. Looking forward to the unveiling of intriguing tertiary development over the next decade. Definitely worth popping a bottle now to check out this beauty. Nicely done.
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