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Champagne Pierre Gimonnet & Fils Fleuron RD 2005
Côte des Blancs, Champagne, FranceFleuron, meaning flagship, was created to capture the spirit of the vintage, and represent the year. This 2005 is part of a late release, disgorged in early 2024 after nearly 18 years sur lattes (!). I tasted in this Champagne, one week post-disgorge. Exceptionally saline, with multiple layers of chalk, smouldering stone, lemon pith, white cherry, and fragrant subtle raspberry blossoms across a deep, savoury palate. The freshness here is incredible, holding this complexed wine easily aloft, and long on the palate. A beautiful bottle.Tasted: 30 November 2024Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:Le Sommelier Inc.
Grape: Chardonnay
