Brut Réserve L:20BSA-06/23

This fantastic NV bottle is just entering its drinking window and is already delightful. It presents an expressive and charming bouquet of bruised apples, toast, damp cellar, and buttered croissant. Vinous with a wonderful texture and the allure of candied fruit, it boasts an intense, foamy mousse. The long aftertaste finishes dry, with intriguing hints of iodine and chalk.

Served blind, I managed to identify the wine (after a few failed tries haha), though I initially mistook it for an older release. It's a testament to the remarkable quality of this entry-level bottle, which displays an (un)expected complexity and depth. The aroma profile is rich with buttered croissant, bruised apple, crushed apple seeds, honey, and a hint of cider, creating a compelling bouquet. Its texture is equally impressive, being both round and prolonged. Truly a magnificent find.