Belle Epoque 2007

Author | Chiara Giovoni |
Date of publication | 29/04/16 |
Score | 94/100 |
Denomination | Champagne |
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Value for money | |
Current price | 120.00 € |
Country | Champagne |
Nation | Francia |
A blend with 50% of generous Chardonnay from Côte des Blancs- the Grand Cru villages of Cramant, Avize and Chouilly – 45% structured and fruity Pinot Noir – from the Grand Cru villages of Mailly, Verzy and Aÿ– and 5% Pinot Meunier from Dizy. This is a luminous and pure Champagne with an elegance that derives from the great depth achieved from sitting six years on the lees in the cellar. When disgorged it receives a classic dosage of 9g/l. Its aromatic profile evolves in three-dimensional harmony where the citrusy and balsamic freshness, the tasty and chalky minerality and floral notes of elder and jasmine combine with generous and crispy sensations of tropical fruit. The sensual mouthfeel has notes of linden and almond paste, with a pronounced and gratifying persistence, similar to a moon ray on a hot summer’s night, and a harmonious progression that never ceases to please the palate.