Jean-Marc Sélèque, Solessence Extra Brut, Champagne, France

85
Tasted by: Michael Edwards, Simon Field MW, Tim Hall
(at Decanter's July 2017 Grower Champagne Panel Tasting, 01 Mar 2017)
Drinking Window: 2017 - 2022
Quite punchy, with an assertive acidity. Strikingly fresh, with lemongrass and tight yet exotic concentration. Rather a statement, but many may find this tough.
Producer
Jean-Marc Sélèque
Brand
Solessence Extra Brut
Wine Type
Sparkling
Colour
White
Country
France
Region
Champagne
Sweetness
Dry
Alcohol
12.00%
Body
Medium
Grapes
50% Chardonnay
40% Pinot Meunier