This is the first vintage the vinification was controlled by Gerard Perse and his two consultants

This more obviously structured effort is almost delicate at present though I suspect that the mid-palate will further flesh out with bottle age

dry and refined finish that is sufficiently firm to reward at least a decade of cellaring

It has always been expressive

the balance of 20% made up by Pinot Meunier

Frederic Esmonin, Gevrey Chambertin Lavaut St Jacques Brut Zero This is the first vintageA deft application of oak sets off the elegant and airy red pinot fruit that is really quite pure and this purity of expression also characterizes the detailed, precise and intensely mineral driven middle weight flavors, all wrapped in a balanced and palate staining finish. A wine of Zen like harmony. 91 2017+