Champagne Duo for Bridesmaid's Luncheon - Lanson and Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Rosé.
Linda hosted a luncheon for son Sean and fiance', daughter-in-law to be, Michelle, and her bridesmaid's, so they could gather and pick out their dresses for the wedding. I served a pair of Champagnes for the occasion, Lanson and Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Rosé.
Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne Brut Rosé
This got 91 points James Suckling, Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast, and 90 points from John Gilman and earlier from Wine Spectator.
This is a a blend of 53% Pinot Noir, 32% Chardonnay and 15% Pinot Meunier.
Rustic orange color, crisp, full-bodied, complex and zesty, lively red currant, red berry and citrus fruits with a good core, fine acidity, crisp texture, chalky minerality and hint of apple, smoke and spice with a long, vibrant finish.
RM 89 points.
https://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=27316
Lanson Brut Rosé Champagne NV
This rosé is made from 60% Pinot Noir, 30% Meunier, and 10% Chardonnay.
This was awarded 91 points Wine Spectator, 90 points James Suckling.
Golden straw colored, medium bodied, bright acidity, notes of lemon and dried cherry fruits with notes of mineral and pain grille', dry and crisp on the tangy flavorful finish.
RM 89 points.
https://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=327152
Linda hosted a luncheon for son Sean and fiance', daughter-in-law to be, Michelle, and her bridesmaid's, so they could gather and pick out their dresses for the wedding. I served a pair of Champagnes for the occasion, Lanson and Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Rosé.
Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne Brut Rosé
This got 91 points James Suckling, Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast, and 90 points from John Gilman and earlier from Wine Spectator.
This is a a blend of 53% Pinot Noir, 32% Chardonnay and 15% Pinot Meunier.
Rustic orange color, crisp, full-bodied, complex and zesty, lively red currant, red berry and citrus fruits with a good core, fine acidity, crisp texture, chalky minerality and hint of apple, smoke and spice with a long, vibrant finish.
RM 89 points.
https://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=27316
Lanson Brut Rosé Champagne NV
This rosé is made from 60% Pinot Noir, 30% Meunier, and 10% Chardonnay.
This was awarded 91 points Wine Spectator, 90 points James Suckling.
Golden straw colored, medium bodied, bright acidity, notes of lemon and dried cherry fruits with notes of mineral and pain grille', dry and crisp on the tangy flavorful finish.
RM 89 points.
https://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=327152
