Pierre Gimonnet et Fils Grands Terroirs de Chardonnay Special Club, Champagne, France 2016 Seresin Estate as well as aromas of

as well as aromas of cinnamon and a hint of vanilla

The opening bouquet takes a little time and air to fully reveal its ripe red and black fruit underlaid with earth and spice

Laid-back and juicy with a lively core of crunchy forest berries and a flavorful finish

this wine offers rich tannins

before a medium finish

Pierre Gimonnet et Fils Grands Terroirs de Chardonnay Special Club, Champagne, France 2016 Seresin Estate as well as aromas ofDeep nose of preserved and candied lemons with bread dough and toasted baguette. Concentrated and well structured, but the chalky minerality and the lively fine mousse give this a wonderful brightness and energy. Long really crystalline finish. From vines planted between 1911 and 1982 in the Terres des Buissons, Bauves and Champ de Prevot sites. Bottled in April 2017 and disgorged in November 2022. Drink or hold. 95 Pts James Suckling