it is against everything I hold dear
touch of smoke and minerality and rapsberry coulis on the nose
Traditionally Ripasso wines were refermented on the skins of Amarone
Basically it is like schmooshing a punnet of blueberries onto a fruit cake and tipping a bottle of ink over it
raspberry and plum with soft tannins and a hint of chocolate on the end
Louis Roederer Brut Premier NV 75cl xmas2022 it is against everything IFrom the outset, the texture is full and generous and, in a fairly unexpected way, integrates characteristics of maturity associated with fruitier and more refreshing notes. The wine has a fresh festive finesse, and in the mouth, the wine has structure, richness and length. It is a full, complex wine that is both modern and powerful, whilst remaining a great classic. Jean Baptiste Lcaillon. 92 points from James Suckling, Wine Advocate & Wine