Wow, over 5 years since my last btl? This was stunning, and notes from day 2 open. A harmonious blend of sweet red apple, a touch of cranberry, nutty notes, honeyed density and a lovely blend of lift and richness. On the palate: excellent acidity, dark red apple, wet stone, a hint of cranberry and grapefruit pith. Excellent density, soft mousse and a long finish. Still excellent on Day 2.
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One of the most complex champagnes of the night showing very differently after a few hours open. Lost the red apple it shows at first to show more brioche and loads of mint and spice. Great acidity and very good finish.
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Golden yellow in color. Great nose with loads of red apple, a touch of roasted nuts, meyer lemon, very bright; brioche in the background and just a soft touch. On the palate, vibrant acidity, keeping things very bright; a touch of cranberry and loads of apples. Fine bead, and very delicate effervescence adding great lift. Paired well with raw hamachi with red pepper ponzu.
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Mature Rioja (The Medlar, London): Pale straw. Quite fresh with a touch of rounding that accentuates with air. Initially feels quite Chardonnay rich, though it opens and rounds in the glass. Served blind this feels like 02 or possibly a fuller 04. Surprisingly approachable for Lanson. Works nicely as an aperitif but could carry in to food. ****
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10/14/2022 - Aravind Asok wrote:
Wow, over 5 years since my last btl? This was stunning, and notes from day 2 open. A harmonious blend of sweet red apple, a touch of cranberry, nutty notes, honeyed density and a lovely blend of lift and richness. On the palate: excellent acidity, dark red apple, wet stone, a hint of cranberry and grapefruit pith. Excellent density, soft mousse and a long finish. Still excellent on Day 2.
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8/5/2017 - Aravind Asok wrote:
One of the most complex champagnes of the night showing very differently after a few hours open. Lost the red apple it shows at first to show more brioche and loads of mint and spice. Great acidity and very good finish.
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12/31/2016 - Aravind Asok wrote:
Golden yellow in color. Great nose with loads of red apple, a touch of roasted nuts, meyer lemon, very bright; brioche in the background and just a soft touch. On the palate, vibrant acidity, keeping things very bright; a touch of cranberry and loads of apples. Fine bead, and very delicate effervescence adding great lift. Paired well with raw hamachi with red pepper ponzu.
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5/10/2016 - SimonG wrote: 91 Points
Mature Rioja (The Medlar, London): Pale straw. Quite fresh with a touch of rounding that accentuates with air. Initially feels quite Chardonnay rich, though it opens and rounds in the glass. Served blind this feels like 02 or possibly a fuller 04. Surprisingly approachable for Lanson. Works nicely as an aperitif but could carry in to food. ****
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3/26/2015 - Tairroirist wrote: 85 Points
grapy, stemmy, acidic, not sure about storage seems tired, herbal, anise, spicy
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