Delamotte Blanc de Blancs 2002
Delamotte Blanc de Blancs 2002
Vintage from Champagne, France
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ratings pedigree (past vintages):
winemaker's notes:
Its complexity is the result of this care and time. Fine bubbles and texture, with crystalline minerality, the 2002 vintage is structured and elegant and its honeyed depth expresses both power and finesse – the harmonious balance of a wine assured of a long and complex intriguing future.
Its color is a bright straw yellow with green hints. After an opening juicy, green apple nose come hints of white blossom, hawthorn and acacia, followed by lightly toasted notes. The initial taste is rich – a suave, creamy but refreshing wine. It is followed by peach, yellow fruit compote, the lacy feel of apple tart – with a fine persistence and a superb finish. The 2002 is an elegant, well-balanced vintage, perfectly representative of the vintage and the Mesnil-sur-Oger House.
A true pleasure with grilled fish, langoustine and shrimp, oysters, poultry and all cream dishes.
alcohol by volume:
12.0%
critical acclaim:
"Dark toned and rooty at first, this opens into a sunny Champagne that curves past scents of the woods and scents of the earth. If limestone could be wine, it would have the buzz of this 2002. The mouthwatering flavors extend for minutes, providing a glimpse of what this may become with another ten years in bottle."
95 Points
Wine & Spirits
"Light, bright gold. Sexy, mineral-accented aromas of candied citrus fruits, quince, honeysuckle and ginger. Dry and nervy but densely packed, offering energetic orange, lemon and floral flavors and a late note of iodine. Impressively balanced and pure blanc de blancs with outstanding finishing clarity and mineral-driven persistence. Built for the long haul."
93 Points
International Wine Cellar
"Tightly knit, with racy acidity enlivening rich base notes of creamy brioche and hazelnut, while flavors of glazed apple, lemon meringue, apricot jam and ground ginger play on the lightly grained texture, with a dry, spicy finish. Drink now through 2022. 2,500 cases imported."
92 Points
Wine Spectator
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