Chapuy Carte Noire Brut Tradition, Champagne NV 750ML ($39.95) Buy Now: $30.90 pre-arrival special, ETA July 8th
Chapuy Carte Noire Brut Tradition, Champagne NV 375ML ($21.95) Buy Now: $18 pre-arrival special, ETA July 8th
Chapuy Carte Noire Brut Tradition, Champagne NV
I could smell the aromatics from this Champagne when it was poured in my glass several feet away. It’s one of the most explosively aromatic Champagnes that I’ve tried. Picture that curl of citrus zest sitting in a glass of Negroni. It smells of a mix of red fruits, exotic spices and oodles of freshly grated citrus zest. On my first sip, there was still plenty of citrus to enjoy (mostly lemon), with a clean, fruity taste. Certainly dry, it was not too lean or acidic. There was a touch of chalky flavors. After a few sips, I detected a note of ripe mango and fresh butter. The finish had a hint of bitter, preserved lemon and almonds suggesting a lightly oxidized style. Overall, quite appealing and quite affordable. -Suzanne
Wine Spectator 91 points “Floral, graphite and spice notes lace this creamy Champagne, with flavors of creamed apple, bread dough, apricot and almond skin. Fresh and harmonious, offering a lasting, aromatic finish. Drink now through 2020. 2,200 cases made.”
Cepage: 50% Chardonnay, 25% Pinot Noir, 25% Pinot Meunier