At 9 litres, this format sits in a position where the influence of scale becomes very noticeable, but not overwhelming, allowing the wine to retain its identity while presenting it in a more relaxed and evenly developed way. Rather than changing what the wine is, it changes how it feels. Chardonnay still leads the structure, so the familiar citrus and orchard fruit profile remains at the core, with lemon, apple, and a touch of pear forming the main impression. The difference here is in how those flavours arrive, as they tend to build more gradually instead of appearing sharply at the front, giving the wine a smoother and more measured opening.
As the wine moves through the palate, there is less sense of separation between stages. In smaller formats, you might notice a clearer shift from the initial fruit into the mid palate and then into the finish, but here those transitions are softened, creating a more continuous flow that makes the wine feel more complete and settled. The secondary notes, including light pastry and a faint almond character, are present but more integrated, blending into the fruit rather than sitting alongside it. This gives the wine a slightly deeper feel without adding weight or richness. Texture becomes more refined, with finer bubbles and a more even spread across the palate. The wine does not become heavier, but it does feel more cohesive, with a smoother and more polished overall impression.
Overall, this format highlights the balance of the cuvee rather than its individual elements, presenting the same clean, fresh style in a way that feels more composed and unified.
Tasting Notes
Nose:
Soft and gradually developing, with lemon, apple, and a light floral note, followed by a gentle hint of pastry.
Palate:
Even and flowing, with citrus and orchard fruit unfolding smoothly, supported by a fine and integrated texture.
Finish:
Longer and more settled, with freshness carrying through evenly before fading into a clean, balanced close.
Presented in a Laurent Perrier branded wood box.
