2004 Pommery Brut Cuvée Louise
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Magnum. Tasted blind. Interesting, leafy dry nose. But a bit dry – where is the fruit? Dry end. (JR)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Jancis Robinson MW
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Lightly cheesy nose and not quite as dense as I would expect for the status and price. Rather loose textured. (JR)
The 2004 Brut Cuvée Louise offers up delicate aromas of honeyed orchard fruit, flowers and caramel, followed by a medium to full-bodied palate that's crisp and incisive, with a tight-knit core, a pinpoint mousse and a moderately persistent finish. While the wine needs a little bottle age to open up, I was hoping for more concentration and mid-palate presence.
A very fine-textured Champagne with lovely density and finesse. The bubbles roll off the palate. Full body. Extremely creamy and flavorful. Shows wonderful finesse and a lovely, chalky, lemon-curd and brioche aftertaste. Drink now.