Clerc Milon other_regions_italy and as it so often

and as it so often happens

aniseed and black truffles

one of the finest wines produced by any of Champagne's important houses in the last two or three decadesis the 2008 Cristal Rosé

as they seem to be selling the new vintages very fast and they even sell part of their wines en primeur

Clerc Milon other_regions_italy and as it so oftenThis shows a lightly rugged edge, with espresso and humus notes along the edges of the dark currant and blackberry fruit core. The finish keeps the rustic profile, with a charcoal shading, but there's ample fruit for balance. Solid, but for fans of the style.Blind 2000 Bordeaux retrospective (December 2015). Drink now through 2018. 11,000 cases made. JM