Clos Saint-Hilaire 2008
Tasting notes
Appearance
The magic of the terroir blended with age-old craftsmanship reveals a sublime golden yellow hue, highlighted by intense copper reflections. The elegant effervescence of the finest bubbles is mellowed by the patina of meticulous ageing.
Palate
A creamy, dense attack, driven by the brightness of pink grapefruit, delivering impressive power from the mid-palate. The wine then evolves towards a deeper, more complex profile, blending violet, breadcrumb, dark chocolate, blonde tobacco and liquorice. The finish, showing superb length and a distinct saline streak, extends with cigar-leaf notes.
Aroma
A noble, distinguished expression driven by an intensity of candied citrus fruits (orange, lemon and grapefruit) combined with hints of dark chocolate. Notes of toffee, roasted hazelnuts and smoke extend the aromatic profile, evoking a cigar box.
Tasting
A unique tasting experience, where each great rare vintage results in a very limited number of bottles (4,000). Served at cellar temperature (12-14°C), this micro-cuvée makes a glorious pairing with fine poultry with sage or a lobster and grapefruit tartare.
Originating from a single enclosed, contiguous one-hectare parcel of old vines planted with Pinot Noir in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ in 1964.
99/100 - JAMES SUCKLING
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