
Sparkling wine
Armand de Brignac, Demi-Sec NV
RRP £350
There are so few demi-secs around that it’s always a pleasure to taste a really well-made example. This has 33g/l residual sugar; the nose is earthy with hints of the hedgerow while the palate is intense and sweet but bolstered by excellent acidity, which creates a very agreeable contrast. Flavours of quince and caramel, cooked Bramley apple and muscovado sugar. Cattier: “If we’re going to do a demi-sec it has to be the best in the world.” Unusual and delicious.
Price per bottle.
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Wine Details
Wine Style
Sparkling
Grape Varieties
Pinot Noir (40%), Chardonnay (40%), Pinot Meunier (20%)
Alcohol
0%
Bottle size
Magnum
Drink dates
2019 - 2030
Origin
Country
France
Region
Champagne
Tasting Information
Blind
No
Tasted by
Adam Lechmere