89POINTS
16¼/20
Jean Vesselle Oil de Perdrix NV
Montagne de Reims, Champagne, FranceThe orange-pink color of this “eye of the partridge” pinot noir-based wine historically was the hue of most Champagne made in Bouzy in the nineteenth century, and this is winemaker Delphine Vesselle's way of honouring the traditions of her Champagne-making grandparents. The wine’s singular hue is like the colour of a partridge’s eye. 15-30 year old pinot noir grapes are macerated briefly to extract colour then pressed, and native fermented in stainless before three years on the lees. This was dosed with 6 g/l. Red apple abounds, with a light pink florals and riffing apple skin grip around the sides. Quite creamy on the palate, with a subtle toastiness that lingers on the finish. Gentle.Tasted: 02 February 2019Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:US | $65.00 | 750ml |
Grape: Pinot Noir