this is a super fine and elegant

35% Chardonnay and 15% Meunier

from this cepage and site)

licorice and bitters

Roederer's 2011 Blanc de Blancs is showing brilliantly and no doubt reflects Lecaillon's decision to be extremely selective

Realm Cellars, The Tempest Brut Zero this is a super fineA Merlot dominant blend, Realm's 2021 The Tempest is 67% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Malbec, sourced predominantly from Farella in Coombsville. Lovely aromas of cherries are joined by hints of mocha, cedar and vanilla on the nose, while the full bodied palate is juicy and red fruited, supple, with some earthy undercurrents and the barest hint of warmth on the finish.