Veuve Clicquot, La Grande Dame other_regions Sexy mineral- and spice-laced black

Sexy mineral- and spice-laced black raspberry

The Lazzarito is still the Barolo that spends the longest number of months in French oak following the malolactic fermentation

this is delicious and striking in its way

but the balance isn’t nearly as well dialed in compared to the best of these grands crus

This is certainly impressive but the Griotte has that something extra in 2015

Veuve Clicquot, La Grande Dame other_regions Sexy mineral- and spice-laced blackFine burnished gold, apt for a 30 year old Champagne alive and kicking. What impresses is the fresh Chardonnay, which balances the opulence of 1990 mature Pinot opulence. A lovely interplay of those peach & quince flavours with enlivening citrus repertoire, especially citron confit; still long & vigorous. Model post disgorgement ageing since 2003. A wine for venison and even foie gras.