2008 Boizel Grand Vintage Brut Champagne

• Only produced in the BEST vintages
• Boizel "Grand Cuvee"
• Historic Champagne House
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About the Wine

In 1834 the Boizel House was established in Épernay, the heart of Champagne, by a family passionate about the wines of its region. Intimate knowledge of the Champagne region passed on through the generations, and access to grapes from the finest cru sites, are the essential elements behind the Boizels’ elegant portfolio. Working with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir sourced only from Champagne’s most coveted Grands and Premiers Crus blended with the best crus of Pinot Meunier, Boizel’s intimate knowledge of each village and hillside coupled with longstanding grower relationships allows them the ability to select the finest quality grapes for their Champagnes.

Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes for the production of Brut Réserve are sourced from Grands and Premiers Cru vineyards within the villages of La Montagne de Reims (Pinot Noir) and the Côte des Blancs (Chardonnay). Pinot Meunier is sourced from the best sites within the Valle de la Marnes. A unique expression of the vintage, the Grand Vintage is only produced in the best years.

Aging: The wine was aged eight months in stainless steel vats. Post second fermentation, the wine was aged for eight years on its lees.

Tasting note: Sparkling Wine. 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Noir. Due to the long lees aging, almond, frangipane, candied orange, and brioche aromas are rich and balanced. The palate is complex and mature, with the silky perlage supplying acidity and lift. Elegant pastry notes round out the finish.

Reviews

Half-and-half Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, this rich wine is just approaching maturity. Touches of spice and toast contrast beautifully with ripe pear and apple flavors that are crispened with citrus acidity. Although this full wine can be drunk now, it will be best from 2019. ~93WE

A skein of fragrant spice unwinds through flavors of plum, pineapple, smoked almond, and pink grapefruit zest, firming the well-cut backbone of acidity and the lively, lacy mousse. Offers a crisp, minerally finish. Drink now through 2025. ~92WS

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