J. Lassalle Preference Premier Cru Brut NV Willamette ripe strawberry

ripe strawberry

This is an ambitious production of 200

but terrific potential

velvety tannins provide seamless support while fresh acidity provides impeccable balance

with a broader attack as well

J. Lassalle Preference Premier Cru Brut NV Willamette ripe strawberryThe color is bright light yellow. The freshness associated with a beautiful minerality bursts at first glance. Then the fruitiness sets in, evoking white fruits (pear, apple) or ripe yellow fruits (apricot, peach) underlined with a hint of liquorice or even fennel, signature of the fine Pinots Noirs of the Montagne de Reims. The palate is round, smooth and lively. The texture on the palate fluctuates from fullness vinosity to freshness minerality