100 % Chardonnay from Grand Crus Le Mesnil-sur-Oger (40%), Oger (40%), Avize (10%), and 10% Cramant on the Côte des Blancs. Microvinification in vats by single small plots. Malolactic. Matured 89 months on lees in stainless steel. Bottled in 04/2013. Disgorded in 09/2020. Dosage: 4.5 g/L (Extra Brut) 12.5% Abv.
Background: Established in 1995 by Philippe Glavier, 3rd gen grower with diploma from Lycee d’Avize before inheriting an exceptional Grand Cru estate; and spouse Véronique Glavier, 13th gen grower in Monthelon. The union of two families comprises 52 plots totaling 4.6 ha. Proprietors: Philippe and Véronique Glavier
A(ccuray)=2: Pale gold/yellow. Persistent ring of mousse. B(alance)=3: Refined fruit with vibrant structure. C(omplexity)=2: Ripe citrus, pear, spices. D(epth)=1: Soft mouthfeel. Good length and finish.
Wine Tally Score [2/3/2/1] = 8/10
Enticingly approachable.
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1/16/2023 - WineTally Likes this wine:
100 % Chardonnay
from Grand Crus Le Mesnil-sur-Oger (40%), Oger (40%), Avize (10%),
and 10% Cramant on the Côte des Blancs.
Microvinification in vats by single small plots.
Malolactic. Matured 89 months on lees in stainless steel.
Bottled in 04/2013.
Disgorded in 09/2020.
Dosage: 4.5 g/L (Extra Brut)
12.5% Abv.
Background: Established in 1995 by Philippe Glavier, 3rd gen grower
with diploma from Lycee d’Avize before inheriting an exceptional
Grand Cru estate; and spouse Véronique Glavier, 13th gen grower in
Monthelon. The union of two families comprises 52 plots totaling 4.6 ha.
Proprietors: Philippe and Véronique Glavier
A(ccuray)=2: Pale gold/yellow. Persistent ring of mousse.
B(alance)=3: Refined fruit with vibrant structure.
C(omplexity)=2: Ripe citrus, pear, spices.
D(epth)=1: Soft mouthfeel. Good length and finish.
Wine Tally Score [2/3/2/1] = 8/10
Enticingly approachable.
For story-telling label graphics, see:
[https://www.instagram.com/p/CnqVo4PyEQQ/]
[https://www.facebook.com/WineTally/]
For video explanation (in 8 languages), see
Wine Tally on [https://www.youtube.com]
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8/27/2020 - jwsmith wrote: 93 Points
Another great find from TT Classic Mesnil Character for me zest stony lemons really so elegant great !!! Reminds me of a softer Chetillon.
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11/10/2019 - Vinlundin Likes this wine: 94 Points
Golden, High acidity, toasty, citrus, fresh, body - well balanced, fantastic wine
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