2006 vintage. Medium lemon hue. On the nose, fairly deep concentration of baked apples, vanilla pod, hints of wood ageing and autolytic character. On the palate, slight oxidised style, rich and generous. Medium plus acidity, with good concentration without being unbalanced. The finish was long and luscious. Served cold, the richness doesn’t overwhelm the senses. Edging towards room temperature, the wine was too much for me and I struggled to continue drinking it. Nonetheless, surprisingly good.
2006 vintage. Medium lemon hue. On the nose, fairly deep concentration of baked apples, vanilla pod, hints of wood ageing and autolytic character. On the palate, slight oxidised style, rich and generous. Medium plus acidity, with good concentration without being unbalanced. The finish was long and luscious. Served cold, the richness doesn’t overwhelm the senses. Edging towards room temperature, the wine was too much for me and I struggled to continue drinking it. Nonetheless, surprisingly good.
Dec 1st, 2017
Aÿ, Vallée de la Marne, Champagne, France
