Pierre Gimonnet et Fils Cuvee Fleuron Premier Cru Brut Millesime 2017 Lavinea rich intransparency with a violet

rich intransparency with a violet rim

close to the Fino character

ample and fleshy

It’s a powerhouse of a Barsac

Pierre Gimonnet et Fils Cuvee Fleuron Premier Cru Brut Millesime 2017 Lavinea rich intransparency with a violetA stunningly vibrant Blanc de Blancs that could easily pass as Extra Brut. Excellent interplay of lemon freshness, creaminess and racy acidity on the elegant palate. The long and expressive finish makes me think of waves crashing over a rocky shoreline! A cuvee based on wines from the Grand Cru villages of Chouilly (44%), Cramant (24%) and Oger (5%), but because base wines from the 1er Cru villages are present Cuis (21%) and Vertus (6%) it only