Emmanuel Brochet Champagne Premier Cru Extra Brut (2015) Le Mont Benoit
Tasted 9 September 2022
Champagne · Premier Cru
Probably the best it has performed over the last couple of years, with a really nice balance of richness and tension. It's got a small nip on the tail that makes for a slightly edgy finish, but is otherwise a nice…
Lush and funky, and even a bit wobbly at first, the 2022 Le Mont Benoit is a cuddly baby cow compared to previous iterations. Precision struggles to come to full form, though a couple hours of air…
Rich, dark, and fruity, with black cherry, black raspberry soda, and licorice dominating the profile. Lacks the chalky tension and/or citrus elements that I personally prefer in a rose. No watermelon…
Pours a beautiful golden/bronze color. Initially tight in delivery, with a linear shot of Mirabelle plum, ginger, and chalk. Bitter on the finish, with a bite that signals the need for more time in…
