Produced by CHANOINE FRERES, REIMS, from 50% CHARDONNAY,50% PINOT NOIR Chardonnay and Pinot Noir were separately vinified and blended in equal quantities. This champagne has spent at least seven year in bottle. 2002 was a great year, making rich and full bodied wines with elegant freshness. The winemaker has used a special liqueuring, aged in oak, for the final liqueur de dosage, which has helped amplify and enhance the flavours of this champagne. 12%vol Awards: 2000 vintage won Decanter Gold in 2008 Light, slightly floral smell. Reasonable taste and more elegant than the ES champagne, but I rather like the ES. 08/10/2008
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