Champagne André Chemin – Excellence 2007 – Blanc de Blancs, 1er Cru – Brut

The nose is fresh and offers a fine concentration, straightness, a fine power as well as a fine richness. It reveals notes of quince, yellow apple and small notes of fleshy/crunchy brugnon associated with small touches of citrus (lime, mandarin and kumquat) as well as very discreet hints of spices, pâtisseries and an imperceptible hint of toasted/sweet spices. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers a beautiful definition, a beautiful precision, a small creaminess, a beautiful freshness as well as minerality. The effervescence is fine, dynamic and offers a small creaminess. On the palate this Champagne expresses notes of quince, ripe/juicy lemon and small notes of ripe/juicy apple associated with fine touches of juicy/fleshy nectarine as well as fine hints of pâtisseries and a very discreet hint of honey.