2013 | Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Brut | Champagne Chateau Talbot Like a tight ball of

Like a tight ball of silky thread

black olive and truffles

It is a Chardonnay with good greasiness and mineral acidity

The full-bodied palate is grainy and fresh with a mineral-laced finish

2013 | Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Brut | Champagne Chateau Talbot Like a tight ball ofThe 2014 Comtes de Champagne is pristine. In this tasting, it comes across as a mini 2008, similar in its linear personality, with just a touch more mid palate creaminess. Readers will find a Comtes that plays in the realm of tension and energy. Citrus confit, white flowers, chalk, mint and chamomile are all finely sketched. Light tropical overtones grace the finish. What an absolute delight. The 2014 can be enjoyed now or cellared. Dosage is 9 grams