Champagne Brut 1er Cru Grande Reserve 375ml, J. Dumangin

  Producer: Champagne Dumangin Wine: Brut 1er Cru Grande Reserve Non Vintage - 375ml Terroir: Champagne 1er Cru - Montagne de Reims: Chigny Les Roses, Ludes, Rilly, Taissy, Cormontreuil.  70% Clay, 30% Chalk  Varietal: 50% Pinot Meunier, 25% Chardonnay, 25% Pinot Noir. 45 to 80% reserve wine Vinification: 95% Stainless steel & 5% barrels Malolactic: Partial Corks: Champagne bottle with DIAM cork (0% TCA = no cork taste)  Nose: Elegant, floral, and lemony, with notes of brioche, baked apples, farm fruits, and a crisp backbone. Palate: Creamy, baked apples, honey and lemon Food: Drink with any non-spicy seafood dishes or as an apéritif.  Excellent with a triple cream like Mt. Tam.  Cellaring: Drink now