Tasted at the Kumeu River Chardonnay vertical in London

and keep for 12-14 years

with balsamic dark cherry and sweet spice accents

There is excellent precision to the super-sleek and precise middle weight flavors that terminate in a balanced finale that is less rustic than usual and with only a touch of rusticity

Cherry and blackberry aromas rise to the front with lingering tones of smoke

Benjamin Leroux, Chassagne Montrachet Embrazees Blanc other_regions Tasted at the Kumeu RiverThis is also difficult to read as the residual fermentation aromas presently dominate the nose. The classic minerality and refinement of a fine Embazes are present though and there is plenty of verve and flavor impact on the linear and citrus infused finish. While in an awkward stage today there appears to be excellent underlying material and this should be a quality effort. (90 92) 2016+