Jacques Selosse, Substance Blanc de Blancs other_regions_australia There is outstanding richness to

There is outstanding richness to the big-bodied and overtly powerful flavors that possess a suave mouth feel before culminating in a firm and persistent if slightly leafy finish

it stayed in a good shape for five days after opening but did not improve

as they want to focus more on the place than on the variety

Very good quality here and the influence of the 1er is evident

Jacques Selosse, Substance Blanc de Blancs other_regions_australia There is outstanding richness toThe NV (2017) Extra Brut Substance is a stunner. Rich and exotic, but not at all heavy, Substance dazzles in this release. Candied orange peel, chamomile, marzipan, dried flowers and a hint of spice all take shape in the glass. This release is quite approachable today, but time and experience have taught me that Substance really blossoms with a few years in bottle. This is a very sexy Champagne. Disgorged, January 9, 2025.