Gaston Chiquet Special Club Grand Cru Brut Millesime, Champagne, France 2015 Abruzzo Dark cherry in immediate character

Dark cherry in immediate character

Full-bodied and oily but dialed-in and tangy

and vibrant red fruit framed by silky tannins

mango and citrus

all from Bearwallow

Gaston Chiquet Special Club Grand Cru Brut Millesime, Champagne, France 2015 Abruzzo Dark cherry in immediate characterThe 2015 Champagne Special Club Brut is a seductive offering from the Chiquet house. Pouring a silver straw hue and composed of 68% Chardonnay and the rest Pinot Noir, this year's release is lush and expressive on opening, with a decadent perfume of red apple, sweet brioche, honeyed Meyer lemon, and wet stone. Approachable on the palate, it opens with a rounded and pillowy mousse, a supple texture, and modest acidity, although at this stage, it