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- VouvrayHead - 11-16-2007
This is a step-up NV cuvee... $60
Chardonnay heavy and more oak than typical is the m.o. for this house.
Couldn't find the Disgorgement date.
Big, bold nose with lots of doughy citrus notes and a definite hint of something meaty... Bacon almost (keep in mind, I haven't tasted bacon in 20 years).
Assertive on the palate with bright citrus and pear with plenty of creaminess and spice on a rich finish.
Nice wine, indeed. That said, I like the Egly NV better for $20 less, or the Vilmart Cuvee Creation vintage for $25 more...