J.M. Labruyere - Prologue Grand Cru Champagne
Price: $55.00
Sale: $41.98
Producer | J.M. Labruyere |
Country | France |
Region | Champagne |
Varietal | Sparkling |
Sku | 70075 |
Size | 750ml |
J.M. Labruyere Description
The wine offers intriguing complexity, with aromas of dried fruits, enhanced by subtle toasty aromas and roasted hazelnut. Rich and harmonious on the palate. Beautiful structure of Pinot Noir is exquisitely intertwined with tension and energy of Chardonnay. Delicate and persistent on the finish.
Assemblage: 70% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay
Terroir: Verzenay, Grand Cru
Dosage: 1,6 g/l
Wine Advocate: 92 Points
Disgorged with 0.8 grams per liter dosage on November 4, 2022, J.M Labruyère’s NV Prologue is based on the 2018 vintage, complemented by some 27% reserve wines from three vintages (2015, 2014 and 2013) and 7% vinified in oak barrels. Exhibiting complex aromas of lemon, almonds, spring flowers, jasmine, red berries and pear with hints of spices and blood orange, it’s medium-bodied, seamless and complete, crystalline and pure, with a refined mousse. This blend of 69% Pinot Noir and 31% Chardonnay is disarmingly easy to drink.
James Suckling: 92 Points
A style that has a lot of appeal and attractive, fresh peaches and lemons with some gently bready complexity, too. The palate has a smooth, fleshy and attractively smooth core with a wealth of succulent, fleshy and vinous resolve. Drink now.
Wine Spectator: 90 Points
A pleasing tang of salinity complements flavors of crunchy pear, baked currant and whole-grain toast in this fresh and accessible version, with a light, lacy mousse. Disgorged January 2019. Drink now. 2,500 cases made, 600 cases imported.
Burghound: 90 Points
A discreet if mildly fruity nose consists of citrus, white peach, yeast and a whiff of brioche. The juicy and attractively vibrant middle weight flavors are shaped by a moderately firm if not especially fine mousse, all wrapped in very dry and crisp finish that offers reasonably good depth and persistence. This is appealing in its fashion even if it is less distinguished than its two stable mates.
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