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Doyard Champagne Premier Cru Extra Brut Clos de l'Abbaye

4 vintages · 5 notes · Doyard · Champagne · Premier Cru

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2018 2 notes Much improved from last year's stricter and more linear performance, this bottle was undulating all sorts of honeydew melon, mint, lemon, travertine,… 2016 1 note 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… 2015 1 note A decisive and formidable hit of fresh herbs (tarragon, Italian parsley, mint) unloads from the front end push on the initial pop of the cork, with a… 2014 1 note There is an herbal tinge lifting this Champagne into the next tier of complexity that I find extremely appealing. Freshly washed oregano and tarragon…