1996 Duval-Leroy Brut Blanc de Chardonnay Champagne

I can't believe there isn't already a note on this wine. Shame on all of you Champagne sluts!

Tasted February 19, 2005 at a DAWGS offline at Lavendou in Dallas, TX. Opened and served immediately in Riedel Vinum Champagne glasses. Attractive, clear straw to yellow color in the glass. Pretty nose of apple, cookie and vanilla. Flavors of citrus fruits, cream and a little butter. Excellent wine for the money. Recommended.

The shame, the horror! We've certainly chatted about this one. Skwid and others it but it doesn't do much for me. Certainly it is good quality for the $$.

Pale yellow-green colour. Multiple streams of fine beads. Aromas of bread dough/biscuit, apple, cream, lemon rind, hazelnuts, brioche, and minerals. Full-bodied, with lovely mouthfeel. Very nutty and creamy, with pear and lemon rind notes. Moderate-long finish, 40-45s, with lemon and white fruit. 92 points (07/23/2005).

This is one Champagne for the cellar, we should all have a few of them for a special occassion.