2008 Blanc de Blancs 1er Cru Prestige, Champagne Duval-Leroy 90+ Points and pure expression of the

and pure expression of the land

in the Maule Valley

Pairs with: Asian-inspired dishes

complexity and underlying elegance

or slow-cooked beef with herbs

2008 Blanc de Blancs 1er Cru Prestige, Champagne Duval-Leroy 90+ Points and pure expression of theThis is mature Blanc de Blancs Champagne from one of the great modern vintages. White flowers, mandarin, blood orange and lemon peel rise first, followed by roasted almond, brioche, chalk, wet stone and a gentle honeyed richness. It has the refinement of Chardonnay from the Cte des Blancs, but with the added depth and calm confidence that only extended lees ageing can bring. On the palate, it is elegant, mineral and beautifully structured, with fine