Champagne Vouette et Sorbée Blanc d'Argile Blanc de Blancs NV (Base 20, Disg. Jan 2024) (1500ml) il-fiore to the point where the

to the point where the vines shut down for approximately two weeks

balance and seamless nature is extraordinary given that

This gives the Tardys the kind of silky finesse and elegance that they look for in their Nuits-St-Georges

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bouncing around the palate

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