butterscotch and crème brûlée

hail in August and then dehydration on the vine later that month

cedar and spice resonate in the glass

but it will be more than worth the wait

The development of the wine

2014 Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Taittinger Likör butterscotch and crème brûléeGalloni 98 The 2013 Comtes de Champagne captures all the pedigree of this great vintage in its energy, depth and vibancy. Lemon confit, dried flowers, chamomile, spice and crushed rocks all race across the palate. Passionfruit, ginger, marzipan and mint appear later, filling out the layers beautifully. Harvest took place in Octobre in what has become the exception rather than the norm in Champagne Parker Yohan Castaing 96 The 2013 Brut Blanc de Blancs