After a couple months of hiatus, the Friday City Club group was able to get back together (albeit a smaller, more spread out group) for an epic hosting by @joe leatherwood . 1 sparkler, 2 whites, 5 reds and 1 dessert wine, all served blind.
Everyone in the room knew this was something spectacular from first whiff. It was one of those wines where every aspect felt perfect as not one thing stood out. It was slightly yeasty but also fresh and citrus driven. Rich, but racy. Baked lemon pastries, caramel dipped golden delicious apple, classic chalk and limestone. Incredible mousse. I called this late ‘90s Dom Oenotechque/P2.
After a couple months of hiatus, the Friday City Club group was able to get back together (albeit a smaller, more spread out group) for an epic hosting by @joe leatherwood . 1 sparkler, 2 whites, 5 reds and 1 dessert wine, all served blind.
Everyone in the room knew this was something spectacular from first whiff. It was one of those wines where every aspect felt perfect as not one thing stood out. It was slightly yeasty but also fresh and citrus driven. Rich, but racy. Baked lemon pastries, caramel dipped golden delicious apple, classic chalk and limestone. Incredible mousse. I called this late ‘90s Dom Oenotechque/P2.
Jun 24th, 2020
Pale gold color, small delicate bubbles. Aromas of orange blossoms, orange peel, peach, pear, brie candied almonds and biscuit. Citrus flavors, stone fruit, flint and sexy finish.
🏅98 Points - James Suckling
🏅97 Points - Antonio Galloni
Pale gold color, small delicate bubbles. Aromas of orange blossoms, orange peel, peach, pear, brie candied almonds and biscuit. Citrus flavors, stone fruit, flint and sexy finish.
🏅98 Points - James Suckling
🏅97 Points - Antonio Galloni
Jan 1st, 2026
Champagne, France
