Georges Laval, Garennes Extra Brut

Georges Laval, Garennes Extra BrutThe NV (2022) Extra Brut Garennes is a very pretty, aromatic Champagne. Kirsch, dried flowers, mint and spice add an exotic flair throughout. The super refined mousse is perfectly matched by the wine's lighter structure. There is a touch of volatile acidity that is not uncommon for this style of Champagne done in barrel with a significant percentage of perpetual reserve. The Garennes is a beautifully understated Champagne, more finesse than power.

A ripe blend of white and yellow orchard fruit

in fact so much so that the finish reminds me a bit of a classic Chablis in terms of how the wine is built around its minerality

but it will fill the largest opera houses around the globe in a few years—and still in 50

There is once again excellent volume and richness to the intense medium weight plus flavors that terminate in a zesty

generous and extremely rich flavors coat the palate with sappy dry extract on the

which means "My Pleasure

with a silky mouthfeel and elegant tannins

poached pear

pure and elegant

The denser

This Champagne is poised to evolve beautifully over the next 10 to 15 years

The 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna La Casa is a full and generous interpretation of the vintage with an inky dark appearance and articulate aromas of spice