Les Valnons Extra Brut Grand Cru Champagne Blend

Consistent with previous. Excellent

Powerful but tightly wound, could benefit from more time. Chalk, lemon, herbs, bit of brine and spice, very different from the ‘09

BdB from Pinot county. It’s reflected in the surprising richness that rounds out the vivacious mineral cut. Could be the vintage too. Toast, limestone, red apple skins, very fine

Golden yellow. Toasty Brioche, vanilla, honey, ginger, dried apricot, marigold, lemon grass, strawberry, orange blossom, and hazelnut rounding out the taste. Creamy, rich, and toasty! Medium body, and finish. 65% Pinot Noir, 20% Pinot Meunier, 15% Chardonnay, from Vallee de la Marne, Montagne de Reims. 85% fermented in tank, 15% in oak. 50% 2016, 35% 2015, 15% Perpetual Reserve. Full malo.

Spiney, nervey and racing. Ripped with acid and brightness

Dark Grapes in full affect.

Showing nice richness with a nice spine of acid to balance the extra fat. Lovely hints of toast with creamy fruit character.

Blanc des Blancs with 5 grams dosage this has power to it that is rich but amazingly weightless. An excellent and profound texture with plenty of exuberant acidity on the finish.

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