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Monday, June 20, 2016 - Opened to celebrate the summer solstice. Good color, nose of pear, apple and fresh almonds. Flavors include the apple, almond, young pear, and a bit of yeast. Acidity is fine and the finish is medium and very clean; markedly different than many champagnes that have a "cellar" like tail. I liked this champagne and think it would have scored a couple of points higher if the finish was just a bit longer. Perhaps a slightly different dosage would have extended the finish, but who knows.

From the label on the back of the bottle: "Cuvee #736 comes from the 2008 harvest and from wines (34%). Grands and Premiers Crus in the Grande Vallee de la Marne and the Cote des Blanc. Traditional viticulture, enhancing soil quality, vine control and highlighting the individuality of each terroir. Vinification on the lees in casks, without filtration. 100% Cuvee. 58% Chardonnay, 18% Pinot Noir and 18% Pinot Meunier. Desgorgement: March 2013. Dosage 1.5gr/l."

(Severed with Italian ricotta dumplings or dunderi (Tasting Table 5/11/15) in a lemon butter sauce along with a fresh salad.)

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