2018 | Henriot l'Inattendue Grand Cru | Champagne Aragon with rose-petal aromas

with rose-petal aromas

The long growing season yielded an unusually exuberant Chardonnay with notable oiliness but fewer of the intensely saline notes that are often such a signature here

The tannins are tucked softly within that texture to good effect

this is a bundle of exotic energy: juicy

If sunshine were pink

2018 | Henriot l'Inattendue Grand Cru | Champagne Aragon with rose-petal aromasLightly toasty on the nose, with grilled brioche, smoke and spice accents, this is fresh and citrusy on the plushly creamy palate. Reveals Meyer lemon, poached apricot, grated ginger and fresh lemon thyme enriched by chopped almond and biscuit. Long, well honed finish. Chardonnay. 94 Pts Wine Spectator