H. Billiot Fils Reserve Grand Cru Brut (disg 2018)
A night of comparing freshness and mature. This bottle showing refreshing, forward and fruity, about 75% pinot noir / 25% chardonnay came from the base of 50% 2015 and 25% each of two previous vintages is a good value and introduction to Ambonnay estate’s rich and ripe fruit style. It is suggested to enjoy it after 2 years of its disgorgement for more integrated.
Francoise Bedel Cuvee Comme Autrefois Blanc de Noirs Brut 1999
After 11 years on lees aging, this bottle disgorged in 2012 and now showing slighty off peaked, my friend used to drink sake in past said that strong soy sauce and japanese miso on nose more than fruit which i think it came from its 100% pinot meunier. The bubbles are still fine living and mousse. Mango yellow colour, good acidity, rich and focus in mouth with hints of honey and long salty mineral finishing. This is the top wine of this RM and its estate certified biodynamics since 1999.