Furd Posted July 24, 2010 Share Posted July 24, 2010 2002 Diebolt-Vallois Fleur de Passion Blanc de Blancs Varieties used: 100% Chardonnay, Blanc de Blancs Terroir: The grapes come from 7 or 8 plots of old vines planted on hillsides - especially the fields known as Les Buzons - in the village of Cramant (village classed 100% Grand Cru). These vines are all over 40 years old and many of them are 60 years old or even more. Yields are low. The soil consists of a thin layer of earth over a chalk base. The overall exposure is to the East-South-East. Vinification: Alcoholic fermentation takes place in barrels. Malolactic fermentation, filtration and fining are all avoided. Anything which might stress the wine is proscribed, so that the terroir can express itself as fully as possible. The wine is aged in burgundy 1-wine barrels. This is a "old style", traditional champagne. . . . Hints of herbs in the aroma quickly give way to toast, coffee and candied citrus, followed by a mint accent. Smooth in texture, with good cut and a lingering aftertaste of pastry. Its a little pricey, about ~$150, but its worth every penny IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loaf Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
detlef Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 2002 Diebolt-Vallois Fleur de Passion Blanc de Blancs Its a little pricey, about ~$150, but its worth every penny IMO. When Champagne delivers, it's always worth the money. Nothing else like it. I haven't had that particular bottling, but I love that house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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