Domaine de la Taille aux Loups (Jacky Blot) Montlouis Petillant Brut Tradition NV Lettie Teague WSJ On Wine Dark and rich in both

Dark and rich in both color and style

An electrifying blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the villages of Bouzy and Ambonnay

and pepper

this Champagne opens with lively aromas of green apples

Domaine de la Taille aux Loups (Jacky Blot) Montlouis Petillant Brut Tradition NV Lettie Teague WSJ On Wine Dark and rich in bothFew winemakers have come to define an appellation like Jacky Blot has come to define Montlouis Sur Loire. Hes an authority on Chenin Blanc, and his wines are dynamic, enchanting distillations of this noble grape. His Brut Tradition is from 40 year old vines planted on clay, silex and limestone rich soils. By fermenting and aging the wine totally in oak barrels, he allows its oxidative richness to shine; there are pastry like notes of honey, buttered