Doyard Champagne Premier Cru Extra Brut Clos de l'Abbaye
Tasted 9 October 2022
Champagne · Premier Cru
Of the 2015, I previously wrote, "Such a young pup, and a bit severe at first." This is equally true of this 2016 version, with a linear and somewhat angular delivery on the initial pop of the cork. Once in the glass…
Much improved from last year's stricter and more linear performance, this bottle was undulating all sorts of honeydew melon, mint, lemon, travertine, and white/yellow pear flavors. Still a tad…
Linear, sterile, barely giving way to any fruit expansion, and slightly vegetal. Air did very little to offer relief from the strait-laced profile. Clipped finish. Drinkable, but not enjoyable. This…
Continues to impress. Knocking out a Henri Giraud Fut de Chene in the first round, the Doyard maintained a heightened freshness and brightness that the Giraud lacked. Lemon and chalk highlight the…
