The 2004 François Diligent Cuvée Tradition Brut Champagne is all chardonnay, a rarity in the southern part of Champagne, where the pinot noir grape is king. The grapes are grown both in Buxeuil and in Polisy, a village just to the northwest. The vineyard sites are rich in kimméridgien clay. That’s the same soil as in Chablis, which is less than 40 miles southeast of here. Not surprisingly, the chardonnay here has a very Chablissiene character to it, with more rich warmth than one expects from a Mesnil or Avize Blanc de Blancs.
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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2005 Louis Roederer "Cristal" Brut Champagne (Elsewhere $200+) $179.99
2007 Marguet Père et Fils Brut Rosé Champagne $49.99
2006 Marguet Pere et Fils Grand Cru Brut Champagne $49.99
2003 Moet & Chandon "Dom Pérignon" Brut Champagne $149.00
2005 Fluteau "Symbiose" Brut Champagne $39.99
