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Champagne Aubry Brut Premier Cru NV
Champagne, FranceFrom the villages of Jouy-lès-Reims and Villedommange in the Montagne de Reims this is a unique and singular blend of 45 percent Pinot Meunier, 25 percent Chardonnay, 25 percent Pinot Noir and 5 percent of lesser seen grapes Arbanne, Petit Meslier and Fromenteau. The cuvee uses 50 percent from the previous vintage, and and 50 percent ‘perpetual reserve’ going back to 1998. After a stainless ferment, this spent two years sur latte (on sides). Tightly wound on the core, with sharp green apple, green fig, lemon verbena and light notes of pear brioche seasoned with sea salt. This wine carries a depth of flavour thanks to half perpetual reserve (rare to see this much), and a layered complexity due to the presence of Champagne's rarely seen minor grapes. There's a vibrato of energy that makes the palate hum to a crystalline lemon finish. Memorable and charming, I always enjoy this fresh and distinctive grower fizz. Great value.Tasted: 03 October 2017Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:| US | $45.00 | 750ml | USA |
