The nose is very subtle and has glimpses of oyster shells and lemons. The palate is taut, bright, super-fresh, linear, lemony, and just incredibly youthful. There is a vein of ripe, lemony freshness that pervades this wine, which sets the tone, that defines its character. This is intense, insistent, and urgent, yet also gentle and smooth with very fine mousse. A wonderful and compelling personality. Exquisite. The finish is a serene stretch of lemony, chalky, profound freshness. Drink now or keep. Will evolve.

Intense oyster-shell and candied-lemon aromas pull you into this very elegant champagne, which is so precise on the sleek and focused palate with a finish of crystalline purity and brightness. Still really youthful, thanks to the uplifting freshness! A Blanc de Blancs from 5 top Crus in the Côte des Blancs. Drink or hold.