Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2011/2013, Blanc de Blancs 6 Champagne Case169. 95 per bottle 2013 Vintage ABV 12. 5% "A firm, fresh Comtes with a tight and composed palate. Its full bodied with a racy mid palate. Long and persistent. Very structured with phenolics and acidity. Minerally. Floral, too. Refreshing and energetic. 97 Points. James Suckling 97 100

near Pulborough West Sussex

this is an elegant

it has gentle floral aromas and apple fruit on the palate with hints of flowers and honey

What is less well known is that Jean-Claude had a dual role at Moueix

It is spread across the region

blackcurrant and sweet spice

On tasting it has the classic strawberry

the herbal and forest tones bring even more drama to proceedings

The wines are fermented in 20% new oak barrels using only indigenous yeasts

crab or lobster and with Asian cuisine

touches of cedar and sous-bois emerging with time

Also available in magnums