yet very tight and composed
with notes of citrus and mineral and a floral edge
white flowers
The fruit notes are coaxed out of Yamada Nishiki rice milled to 55% and Sumikawa-san’s careful brewing preserves those nuances while coaxing out the uniquely spicy finish
Dremont & Savart 'Ephemere 018' Grand Cru Extra Brut, Champagne, France NV Chateau La Tour de Bessan yet very tight and composedThe 2018 Champagne Cuve Ephemre Extra Brut is entirely Chardonnay coming from the Grand Cru villages of Oger, Avize, and Cramant. Pouring a bright straw hue, its pure with aromas of fresh pear, wet stone, fresh flowers, and lemon zest. Focused and bright on the palate, it remains approachable, although it has a focused, mineral tinged texture that feels racy on the palate, a silky, soft texture, and vibrant acidity without feeling harsh. It has a