2010 Champagne Drappier Grande Sendrée Brut Rose Millesime France

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GW says: Grande Sendrée is names after numerous plots of land on the famed Kimmeridgian chalk - the same chalk formation that houses Chablis at its conclusion. A fire ravaged the a rea of Urville (NW France) in 1836. Due to a mistake in municipal admin, the area known as Cendree (cinders) changed to Sendree. Here an event caused more history in a bottle ! The Pinot Noir in the wine offers complexity and finesse while the small amount of chardonnay gives it that clean crisp and fresh experience to the rosé Grapes: 92% Pinot Noir, 8% Chardonnay Appearance: Salmon pink Aroma: The nose brings to mind white peach and pear but also more floral notes such as peony. Palate: On the palate a mineral Champagne, lightly biscuity, creamy, supple, seductive. Show more