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$62(free s/h) Chateau de Bligny's 'Coeur de Cuvee' is a label that is only used when the winery can produce 'Vintage' Champagne. Since Champagne is the most northerly wine-region in France, not every year will produce a crop good enough to stand on its on, so most Champagnes are blended from multiple vintages. However, as Olivier Krug likes to say, 'Vintage Champagne is a joint venture between the winemaker and the climate.' Such was the case in 1996 when the region experienced a fantastic growing season that allowed for complete ripeness of their grapes. Chateau de Bligny was able to produce a Vintage Champagne in this year, and as always, it is 100% Chardonnay, or 'Blanc de Blancs.' The 1996 'Coeur de Cuvee' is classic Brut-style Champagne that has an earthy nose complimented by a touch of warm toast. Dry and tight with a good mouthfeel, firm acidity and well pronounced Chardonnay fruit, this wine is more than worthy of a Vintage Champagne. Robert Parker rated the 1996 Champagne vintage 91pts and Wine Spectator gave the vintage 95 overall points. Buy a case now!
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