Lilbert-Fils
Cramant Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Champagne Chardonnay
Cramant, Côte des Blancs, Champagne, France
Might be my favorite Champagne ever.
Might be my favorite Champagne ever.
Jul 28th, 2014
grand cru chardonnay. yep. delicious.
grand cru chardonnay. yep. delicious.
Mar 23rd, 2013These champagnes from Bertrand Lilbert are something special. Soft and expressive with terrific energy.
Medium pale yellow with tiny, active bubbles and intense effervescence. The aromas on the nose begin somewhat discreetly but after a little time in the glass that innate mineral nature shines through. Delicate white flowers and fresh biscuits. Herbs and lime with bright citrus notes. Lemons and wet stones show up along with the slightest touch of vanilla.
Lilbert produces only three champagnes, all of them Blanc de Blancs, primarily from the Grand Cru village of Cramant. This is based on the 2016 vintage with half of the blend coming from reserve wines. The acidity, while racy, is easy and comfortable. Less focused on power and more on elegance, this is an absolute gem of a BdB. Very precise and hyper focused.
The attack is vivacious and intense. Just oh so very lovely and deep. So generous and inviting after plenty of time in the glass. Nice salinity and minerality. Lemons and limes with pineapples and an exquisite streak of honey. Apple and brioche notes and a long, eloquent finish. A real deal true superstar of a champagne.
These champagnes from Bertrand Lilbert are something special. Soft and expressive with terrific energy.
Medium pale yellow with tiny, active bubbles and intense effervescence. The aromas on the nose begin somewhat discreetly but after a little time in the glass that innate mineral nature shines through. Delicate white flowers and fresh biscuits. Herbs and lime with bright citrus notes. Lemons and wet stones show up along with the slightest touch of vanilla.
Lilbert produces only three champagnes, all of them Blanc de Blancs, primarily from the Grand Cru village of Cramant. This is based on the 2016 vintage with half of the blend coming from reserve wines. The acidity, while racy, is easy and comfortable. Less focused on power and more on elegance, this is an absolute gem of a BdB. Very precise and hyper focused.
The attack is vivacious and intense. Just oh so very lovely and deep. So generous and inviting after plenty of time in the glass. Nice salinity and minerality. Lemons and limes with pineapples and an exquisite streak of honey. Apple and brioche notes and a long, eloquent finish. A real deal true superstar of a champagne.
NYE with takeout from Short and Main
NYE with takeout from Short and Main
Jan 1st, 2021
Ok. Some yeast on the nose. Some fruit. Mineral.
Ok. Some yeast on the nose. Some fruit. Mineral.
Aug 12th, 2018
Autolysis hiding the fruit, minerality not very cote de blancs-ish. Disappointed with this.
Autolysis hiding the fruit, minerality not very cote de blancs-ish. Disappointed with this.
Jan 16th, 2014
The beautifully balanced, bright yellow NV Lilbert-Fils Champagne Grand Cru Brut 'Blanc de Blancs' tickles the nose with lemon sherbet, white peach, and baked bread scents. Creamy mouthwatering flavors of apple and spicy ginger fill the palate. Very refined finish.
The beautifully balanced, bright yellow NV Lilbert-Fils Champagne Grand Cru Brut 'Blanc de Blancs' tickles the nose with lemon sherbet, white peach, and baked bread scents. Creamy mouthwatering flavors of apple and spicy ginger fill the palate. Very refined finish.
Aug 20th, 2013