65 ha plot in Le Corton)

black cherry liqueur and fig notes are all over the place

A background whiff of exotic fruit can be found on the spicy and complex nose of essence of white peach

All the elements are there

The rich but sleekly textured medium-bodied flavors possess plenty of dry extract that buffers the moderately firm tannic spine on the minerally and powerful finish

Pierre Peters, L'Esprit Blanc de Blancs other_regions_italy 65 ha plot in LeThe 2013 Brut Blanc de Blancs L'Esprit is a terrific example of a year in which both ripeness and acidities were elevated. Rich and sumptuous on the palate, with striking layers of nuance throughout, the 2013 has so much to offer. The combination of textural breadth and tension is utterly compelling. And that, in essence, is what makes 2013 such a fascinating vintage. Another few years in bottle will help soften some of the edges. Dosage is 4. 5 grams