NICOLAS FEUILLATTE 2008 PALMES D’OR

WINERY NOTES: – “A pure gem, an ode to beauty. Rested in the cellars for almost a decade.• 95% of wines sourced from Grand Cru vineyards, a blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in equal measure.• A defining feature: Chardonnay from Montgueux, more tropical, fleshy and intense in character,and imparting its aromatic patina and cohesive qualities. Tasting notes: Aromas of bracingly fresh white fruits, dried almonds and apricots, and a slight hint of spice.Upfront, permeating flavours of redcurrant and citrus fruits. A second wave of Pinot Noir freshness and streak of minerality, underpinned by a distinctive chalk signature and acutely delicate smoky edge.”

DECANTER 97 POINTS – “Rich oxidative and vinous old-school style of Champagne. Rich with toffee apples, lemon curd on toast, brioche rolls and butter. The palate is just on the edge of Brut, with red apple and baked blueberry flavours. Nothing overdone, nothing overripe, nothing overmature – pure, persistent quality. Delicious!”
JAMES SUCKLING 95 POINTS – “Very flinty, with straw and dried goat’s-cheese character to the dried apples, honeycomb and some bread dough. Medium to full body with a dense center-palate and creamy texture. Dried lemon and orange peel notes, together with spice, dust and ginger. Structured and phenolic. Drink or hold.”