Product Description
Made only in exceptional years, this wine is a blend of about twenty crus, all Grands and Premier Crus, and all harvested in the same year. The strength due to two thirds of black grapes is balanced by the finnesse and elegance of the remaining third of Chardonnay. Vintage Reserve has a powerful, elegant fragrance, it made its first appearance in 1810.
Vintage Reserve 2004 has a deep golden yellow colour with subtle green accents. It has a brilliant aspect and effervescence is lively and long-lasting. The nose is intense and complex, opening with hints of yellow fruits (apricots, Mirabelle plums) combined with fresher notes of mint, lemon and grapefruit. Oxidising the wine brings aromas of dried fruits (hazelnuts, roasted almonds, figs) as well as exotic fruit to the fore. In the mouth, the wine is generous and accompanied by a sensation of fullness and volume. The initial aromas perceived by the nose are even more pronounced on the palate. Fruity notes becomes richer (peaches on the vine) and the refreshing quality is transformed into mineral highlights. The array of flavours develops throughout the tasting, the sign of a remarkable vintage.