Country: France

Region: Champagne

Vintage: 2018

Cépage: Chardonnay (100%)

Size: 750 ml

Rating(s): 93 (JD); 91 (JS)

" The 2018 Champagne Cuvée Gastronome Brut has a bit sunnier feel, with primary fruit aromas of Williams pear, lime blossoms, candy, and green apple. The palate is full and rounded, with a coarser mineral texture throughout compared to the other cuvée. It has wonderful salinity and takes on a more savory expression that I find quite attractive. This feel slike it has the structure to carry on for 2-3 decades to come."

Audrey Frick (JD) - 11/22