2008 Chardonnay Cuvee Frissonniere
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The 2008 Chardonnay Cuvee Bois reveals a cooler, more taut personality. The tension between the fruit and the wine's structural components conveys an impression of vitality. Varietal fruit, French oak, minerals and dried flowers are woven together in a tapestry of inimitable class. Sweet, spiced notes from the oak linger on a finish that turns explosive and saline as the wine grows in the glass. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2018. Importer: Domaine Select, New York, NY; tel. (212) 279-0799
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate
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The 2008 Chardonnay Vigne Frissonnière is very beautiful in the way expressive varietal notes are framed by a persistent underlying minerality. This Chablis-like white offers outstanding overall balance and plenty of style. The finish is long, refined and simply impeccable.
The 2008 Chardonnay Vigne Frissonniere is very beautiful in the way expressive varietal notes are framed by a persistent underlying minerality. This Chablis-like white offers outstanding overall balance and plenty of style. The finish is long, refined and simply impeccable. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2016. From top to bottom this is a superb set of wines from Les Cretes that form essential drinking for readers who want to learn more about the wines of Valle d’Aosta. Importer: Domaine Select, New York, NY; tel. (212) 279-0799