Tasted 1 November 2025
Champagne · Ratafia de Champagne
Hot, angular, and abrasive, with the alcohol piercing through the grilled lemon and apple flavors. Finishes with a constant wave of booze that tramples on any hope of finesse. A rustic and disjointed ratafia.
White melon, crunchy unripe white pear, and chalk, with a whisper of a peach note that adds interest. Finishes with the dominant white fruit elements. Very dry on the back end. As a standalone, it's…