Drappier, Grande Sendree Brut Zero (from a 2-ha parcel with

(from a 2-ha parcel with a mix of 80% 75+ year old vines and the remainder of 15 to 20-year-old vines)

adolescent finish

It is another stunning wine from San Giusto a Rentennano

it ought to aspire for greater things

This is exceptionally cool and reserved with its grudging nose of green apple

Drappier, Grande Sendree Brut Zero (from a 2-ha parcel withThe 2008 Brut Grande Sendre is showing superbly today, evoking aromas of ripe orchard fruits, brioche, marzipan, spices, confit citrus and beeswax intertwined with delicate notes of honey with air. Full bodied on the palate, this Champagne is concentrated and perfectly balanced, rich and textured with an elegant mousse and frame of bright acids. It has a delicately phenolic, singular mid palate and concludes with a long, chalky finish. This blend of