Brut Vintage 2008
A champagne with beautiful concentration, full of tension and salinity.
A fairly deep golden green appearance. Extremely fine, slow sparkle that almost twinkles.
Initially very delicate on the nose. The first impression is ripe and slightly tart with crystallised lemon and ginger aromas. This is rapidly enhanced with the arrival of brioche notes, followed by fresh pineapple and iodine. A nose with a big personality and huge elegance.
Lively in the attack, opening up into remarkably taut form on the palate. The backbone of acidity offers a beautiful verticality, whilst the wine’s robustness provides sufficient body for the oak and roasted pineapple notes. The quality of the sparkle draws on this fullness to create a silky feel, punctuating the tasting. The dosage supports the overall wine and enhances its well-integrated texture. Hints of very ripe apricot. This wine is a fantastic example of balance between dynamism and cosiness.
The finish is sharp-pointed and very long (more than 12 seconds). It ends its chalk-clad course with a tart, saline touch.
Summary
160TH ANNIVERSARY VINTAGE
To mark its 160th anniversary, the House wishes to highlight a prestigious year, renowned for producing great champagnes for ageing, by unveiling a unique version of the 2008 Vintage: 1,600 bottles and 160 jeroboams, each numbered, offering the opportunity to discover a great wine with beautiful concentration, tension and salinity.
Service and suggestion
During meals, this would go well with hot oysters with almonds and champagne, scallops with ginger and clementine, langoustines roasted in salted butter, or barbecued lobster.
Refrigerate at least 4 hours before tasting. Serve in a large flute or wine glass.
