2019 Roederer Estate L'Ermitage Brut [JS96][WS94] Mendocino County he produced the Chateau Montelena

he produced the Chateau Montelena Chardonnay that triumphed in the 1976 Judgement of Paris tasting

humming expression of Mourvedre

Region: Chalk Hill

the fine and chalky tannin provides an excellent balance of an initial firm grit that leads to a soft and melted finish

The wine then matures for 12 months in large Austrian and Slavonian oak casks and barrels

2019 Roederer Estate L'Ermitage Brut [JS96][WS94] Mendocino County he produced the Chateau MontelenaProducer: Roederer Estate Region: Anderson Valley, Mendocino County, California Blend: 52% Chardonnay, 46% Pinot Noir, 2% Pinot Meunier Year: 2019 James Suckling, 96 Points Delightful citrus notes with yellow apple, faint white flowers, sourdough, brioche and a hint of hazelnut. Full bodied with a very delicate and fine bead, and crisp acidity. Beautiful finesse with an amusing transparency and freshness to it. Very refreshing, too. Fine bubbles.