Marc Hebrart Champagne 1er Cru Brut Cuvée Selection Vieilles Vignes NV 1.5L

This elegant version features an expressive profile that rides the delicate, lacy mousse, enlivened by finely knit, vibrant acidity. Abundant spice and graphite notes accent a creamy mix of glazed apple, honey, brioche and lemon parfait. Lightly chalky on the lingering finish. 65% Pinot Noir (and again 70-30 between 05-04) and 35% Chardonnay (again all 05), and this was more graceful and unified despite even more recent disgorgement1/08, so go figure. It's considerably chalkier than usual, high-toned lemon and mirabelle; wonderful length and shimmer; I don't recall a better bottling of this lovely Champagne. Practicing Organic