Working out of the lime-light that shines on his trendier Côte de Blancs neighbors, Jean-Michel Turgy quietly fashions distinctive Chardonnay Champagnes based on the traditions and passions of his ancestors which go back more than 130 years. This 100% Chardonnay bottling is a special North Berkeley Imports blend that includes an extra dollop (30%) of Reserve wines which adds additional richness and nuance to the ensemble. Fashioned from mature (20-60-year-old) Chardonnay estate vines grown in around the famed Le-Mesnil-sur-Oger Grand Cru Turgy's "Réserve Sélection" offers up copious Chardonnay fruit seamlessly fused with classic Le Mesnil chalk tones. Though finished with a minimal 3 grams/L. dosage, this remains a very user-friendly and wallet-friendly Champagne that is sure to delight the Champagne geek and novice alike.
STAFF FAVORITE !
VINOUS 91 POINTS -"Light yellow. Intensely perfumed aromas of poached pear, tangerine, candied fig and white flowers, with an piquant spicy element adding vivacity. Smooth, sweet and expansive on the palate, offering powerful orchard and pit fruit flavors and a touch of smokiness. The broad finish features excellent clarity and building spiciness."
ROBERT PARKER WINE ADVOCATE POINTS 90 - "The latest release of the NV Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Réserve Sélection exhibits aromas of crisp green apple, dried white flowers, hazelnuts and pastry cream. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, elegantly textural and racy, with chewy extract, tangy acids and a delicate, pinpoint mousse, concluding with a chalky finish. It's a precise, flavorful blanc de blancs that's already showing well."
STAFF FAVORITE !
VINOUS 91 POINTS -"Light yellow. Intensely perfumed aromas of poached pear, tangerine, candied fig and white flowers, with an piquant spicy element adding vivacity. Smooth, sweet and expansive on the palate, offering powerful orchard and pit fruit flavors and a touch of smokiness. The broad finish features excellent clarity and building spiciness."
ROBERT PARKER WINE ADVOCATE POINTS 90 - "The latest release of the NV Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Réserve Sélection exhibits aromas of crisp green apple, dried white flowers, hazelnuts and pastry cream. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, elegantly textural and racy, with chewy extract, tangy acids and a delicate, pinpoint mousse, concluding with a chalky finish. It's a precise, flavorful blanc de blancs that's already showing well."
