Philipponnat Champagne Extra Brut Grand Blanc 2016 New while the relatively lush feel

while the relatively lush feel (particularly in this generally lean vintage) gives graphite

wines are aged in oak barrels from numerous American coopers

and a bold quest for intensity

Earthy and leathery undertones accompany fine but present tannins finishing with lifted acidity

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Philipponnat Champagne Extra Brut Grand Blanc 2016 New while the relatively lush feelA classy version, showing precision balance to the integration of ripe black currant, apricot, golden raisin, slivered almond, toast and smoke notes with a fresh, firm frame of acidity and chalky minerality. There's a lovely viscosity to the creamy mousse, a textural echo on the lasting finish. Disgorged June 2023. Drink now through 2040. 1,035 cases made, 100 cases imported.