Nicolas Maillart, Platine 1er Cru, Champagne NV

95
Tasted by: Michael Edwards, Simon Field MW, Tim Hall
(at Decanter's July 2017 Grower Champagne Panel Tasting, 01 Mar 2017)
Drinking Window: 2017 - 2026
ME: Opulent and finessed. SF: Fulsome colour and temperamentally big-boned , this is an impressive example. The six grams of residual sugar finely knit into a texture of ripe, red-berried fruit. The finish has an ethereal poise, brought down to earth by just a hint of spice. TH: Immediately vital in the mouth. Very chewy and demanding, a serious champagne but pretty exciting. Citrus character but with complex fruit and a pretty lingering finish. I like this!
Nicolas Maillart, Platine 1er Cru, Champagne NV
Producer
Nicolas Maillart
Brand
Platine 1er Cru
Wine Type
Sparkling
Colour
White
Country
France
Region
Champagne
Sweetness
Dry
Alcohol
12.50%
Body
Medium
Grapes
18% Chardonnay
16% Pinot Meunier