Philipponnat, Les Cintres other_regions_australia as expected

as expected

In my almost-40-year history of Port drinking

This is a very nice effort in terms of its balance and density but it’s carrying more wood influence than I can personally warm up to as it sweetens and rounds off the finish somewhat

Voerzio's 2015 Barolo Fossati is gorgeous

This too is one to buy and cellar

Philipponnat, Les Cintres other_regions_australia as expectedSourced from a small plot inside the famous sun drenched Clos des Goisses in Mareuil sur A, east of Epernay, this Champagne is composed of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay. The nose is very expressive, all fruit and brioche. It has spent time in oak barrels, giving a light smoky note to the full bodied, vinous palate. A magnificent freshness pervades on the long finish. Lobster seems the right choice for a Champagne of such powerful expression.