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Dom Ruinart Blancs de Blancs 2009

RegionChampagne
Subregion France > Champagne
ColourWhite
TypeSparkling
Grape VarietyChardonnay

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Tasting Notes

Last week I previewed Dom Ruinart 2009. Even if my expectations were high as always for this superb blanc de blancs cuvee, the wine came with a bunch of surprises. Despite having three years post-disgorgement ageing (disgorged 3/2018), it was still reserved and smoky-mineral in aromatics. The year was dry and sunny but the wine had managed to keep its crunchy fruit profile with lemon, yellow apple and ripe apricots. On the palate it came with ample fruitiness and fleshy mouth-feel. But by no means was if soft in a way that many wines of the vintage are, instead it was surprisingly crisp and feisty. The slow aging curve it seems to be on promises great longevity. Bravo @ruinart_winemakers

94/96
Essi Avellan MW, essiavellan.com, March 2021

An expansive and luxurious blanc de blancs Champagne with incredible depth of toasty and creamy character from long contact with the yeast. Flows over the palate in a single, great wave that extends into the enveloping and energetic finish, making you forget all the troubles of the world. Subtle floral, peach, candied-citrus and spicy notes. Spot-on balance and so lively, it surely has many years ahead of it. 80% of the cuvée is from Avize, Chouilly, Oger and Le Mesnil, plus 20% Montagne de Reims. Drink or hold.

97
Stuart Pigott, JamesSuckling.com, February 2022
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