Saturday, January 2, 2016

N.V. Colmant Brut Réserve

Wine: N.V. Colmant Brut Réserve
Estate: Colmant Cap Classique & Champagne
Location: Franschhoek Valley, South Africa
Winemaker: Nicholas Follet
Elevage: 30 months in lees at a constant temperature before degorgement.
Varietals: 52% Pinot Noir and 48% Chardonnay.
Decant: None, placed in ice before serving.
Location: Il Canale in Georgetown on 12/31/2015.

Tasting Note:
Color: Pale yellow and moderate fizziness.
Nose/Smell: Slightly savory to start. Otherwise very tight.
Palate/Taste: Slightly dry,  and no minerality! 
Opinion: So much fizz, cork exploded before the metal was even off. No minerality which we love.
Dates: Now till 2017.
Rating: 90
Price: $$ - $26.39

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