2008 Blanc de Blancs 1er Cru Prestige, Champagne Duval-Leroy 90+ Points so the smoke did not

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The powerfully scented nose is dominated by ripe black cherry and dark plum aromas laced with anise over toasty cedar

aromatic fruit

complexity and underlying elegance

2008 Blanc de Blancs 1er Cru Prestige, Champagne Duval-Leroy 90+ Points so the smoke did notThis is mature Blanc de Blancs Champagne from one of the great modern vintages. White flowers, mandarin, blood orange and lemon peel rise first, followed by roasted almond, brioche, chalk, wet stone and a gentle honeyed richness. It has the refinement of Chardonnay from the Cte des Blancs, but with the added depth and calm confidence that only extended lees ageing can bring. On the palate, it is elegant, mineral and beautifully structured, with fine