de Saint-Gall, Orpale Blanc de Blancs Vintage:2004 It's as though the Clos

It's as though the Clos de Bèze and Chambertin have switched places in 2006 as here the nose is positively kaleidoscopic with a huge range of aromas and spice elements along with a hint of menthol

crushed and pressed to 100% new Bordelais oak

The ripe nose of red and dark berry fruit is abundantly laced with earth and floral scents

(100% syrah

which flirts with perfection

de Saint-Gall, Orpale Blanc de Blancs Vintage:2004 It's as though the ClosThis is a beautifully mature Champagne, with ripe Chardonnay from the Ctes de Blancs now just hinting at toastiness. The wine's freshness is still apparent so that the balance with maturity is just right. Drink this fine wine now, but also age. Roger Voss