Domaine Chandon Blanc de Blancs 2009

The average day time temperature in Champagne during the critical ripening period is 18 degrees Celsius with the night time period dropping below 10 degrees. The Yarra Valley isn't too different but the night times don't drop as low which may mean  that the Australian versions may not have the same acidity as there French counterparts.

Domaine Chandon Blanc de Blancs 2009

I must admit I do love a Blanc de Blanc as the flavours can be loving yet chiselled at the same time. This wine is definitely that with hugs of yeasty oven roasted bread and toasted almonds before a wave of preserved grapefruit and crème fresh come splashing in. The ease of flavour goodness and texture is brilliant but it is the vibrant acidity that holds everything together that is most satisfying. This wine could be served as a starter to get the conversation started or as the main meal it is that versatile.

Alcohol: 12.5%
Price: $35
Rated: 92
Drink: Now - 2017