Perrin & Fils, Gigondas Vv Brut Zero opening up and showing more

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An impeccably balanced Chardonnay but today the wine's fruit is quite restrained

This is even spicier with a really lovely panoply of various spice elements that include sandalwood

Perrin & Fils, Gigondas Vv Brut Zero opening up and showing moreDark and rather roasted, with mesquite and braised fig aromas and flavors leading the way, followed by currant confiture, fruitcake and melted black licorice. Hefty and powerful, but singed apple wood and iron notes on the finish give this the cut and definition it needs for balance. Very long. An impressive wine. Drink now through 2018. 50 cases imported. JM