Fonplegade other_regions_italy There are suggestions of warm

There are suggestions of warm earth and herbal tea on the lightly spiced dark currant scented nose

The 2004 Brut Cristal has put on quite a bit of weight since I first tasted it earlier this year

though these notes are very subtly achieved

This stands a better chance of coming together though I doubt that it will ever be a wine of distinction

Fonplegade other_regions_italy There are suggestions of warmA touch tight and even reduced at first, it takes a moment to clear to reveal dense layers of black fruits, graphite and bristling tannins. Concentrated and intense, clearly a reflection of the impressive structural clout of this particular vintage, not huge amounts of charm even at 10 years old needs longer, wait at least another two years. 85% new oak.