NV Chartogne Taillet Champagne Cuvee Sainte Anne 750mL

Fresh and aromatic, offering bread dough, floral, golden raisin and Gala apple notes, framed by bright, citrusy acidity. Well-meshed, with a fine bead and a subtle, spice-accented finish. Disgorged December 2018. Drink now. AN - 12/2019

The latest release of the NV Brut Sainte Anne is a blend of equal parts Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, based on the 2015 vintage, and it was disgorged in April 2018. This iteration of Chartogne's entry cuve is especially charming, wafting from the glass with notes of waxy lemon rind, almond paste, elderflowers and spices. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, broad and fleshy, with a generous core of tangy fruit, ripe acids, a refined mousse and a long, flavorful finish. Despite its charm, this is also among the more intense, concentrated renditions of Sainte Anne that I can remember tasting, and it comes warmly recommended. WK - 04/2019