At 15 litres, the scale of this format gives the wine an even longer period to settle into itself, and that extended time shapes the overall feel more than the profile, drawing everything into a slower, more unified expression where the usual brightness becomes softer and more continuous. Chardonnay continues to define the style, keeping the wine light and lifted, with citrus, green apple, and a gentle pear note at its core, though here those elements emerge with a quieter presence, building gradually rather than arriving with immediate clarity, which gives the opening a more measured and composed character.
As it moves across the palate, the sense of progression becomes increasingly seamless, with fewer distinctions between stages, so that fruit, acidity, and texture move together as a single, steady flow, creating a feeling of cohesion that carries from the first impression through to the finish. The subtle pastry and almond tones that sit behind the fruit are fully absorbed into the structure, no longer appearing as a separate layer but instead blending into the wine’s overall shape, adding depth while maintaining a smooth, integrated profile. Texture is especially refined, with very fine, gentle bubbles that spread evenly and quietly, giving a polished, almost weightless feel that supports the wine’s natural freshness without interrupting its flow. Overall, this format does not change the character of the cuvee, but it refines its expression, presenting the same fresh and elegant style in a more relaxed, balanced, and fully integrated way.
Tasting Notes
Nose:
Soft and restrained, with lemon, apple, and pear developing slowly, joined by light floral notes and a delicate hint of pastry.
Palate:
Smooth and unbroken, with citrus and orchard fruit unfolding evenly across a fine, integrated texture.
Finish:
Long and composed, with freshness fading gradually into a clean, steady close.
