Penet Chardonnet, Diane Claire Brut Zero Michel Chapoutier produced a monumental

Michel Chapoutier produced a monumental lineup of wines in 2003

vividly juicy fruit such as one seldom encounters in this grape variety much less at stratospheric ripeness

this is somewhat awkward though I suspect this is more due to the recent bottling than a true lack of balance

The oak is slightly noticeable in the finish

good depth and fine tension

Penet Chardonnet, Diane Claire Brut Zero Michel Chapoutier produced a monumentalSelected from the bestnorth facing!parcels in Verzenay (Montagne de Reims) and assembling Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in equal parts, Penet's 2009 Grand Cru Millsime Cuve Diane Claire opens with a deep, intense, very clear, pure and refined bouquet of perfectly ripe fruits, floral aromas, delicate brioche, Turkish honey, almond and even chalky notes. Crazy fascinating! The palate is round and rich but dry, fine, fresh and still pure, with lingering