The 2016 Ausone is a blend of 50% Cabernet Franc and 50% Merlot

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and it's a statement for New World Pinot

vintage champagnes are aged for over 10 years in the cellars

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Domaine Frederic Esmonin, Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru, Côte de Nuits, 2018, 75cl Format:12 x 75cl The 2016 Ausone is aDomaine Frederic Esmonin Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru 2018 is a distinguished Grand Cru Burgundy from Cte de Nuits, made from 100% Pinot Noir in a classic expression from one of Burgundy's most sought after appellations. The 2018 vintage brings the ripeness of the fruit into focus with concentrated notes of dark cherries, blackberries and floral undertones, elegant minerality and well integrated tannins that provide both structure and finesse. The