Bob Campbell, 91 Points
"Pure with racy chalk/mineral and fine acidity. The wine has a beautiful ethereal texture. Delicate, charming."
Producer: Champagne Dumangin
Wine: 2008 1er Cru Blanc de Blanc Extra Brut Single Vineyard, 750ml
Varietals: 100% Chardonnay
Vinification: 87% Stainless steel, 13% barrels
Malolactic: Full
Bottling: Champagne bottle with DIAM cork (0% TCA = no cork taste) in 750ml & 1.5L Disgorgment after order is placed: Extra-Brut (usually 5.3g but depends on age/acidity ratio of the wine)
Terroir: Montagne de Reims: Chigny Les Roses Single Vineyard "Dessus le Mont". 100% Clay.
Tasting Notes: Intense biscuity, toasty, pastry, bread, cinnamon and spice complexity on the nose. The palate is powerful with citrus pith leading into an expressive and long finish.
Food: 18 months old Comté cheese
Cellaring: Drink now or hold