Taittinger Folies de la Marquetterie Sparkling layered with wet stone minerality

layered with wet stone minerality and a hint of bergamot

Tua Rita proprietor Stefano Frascolla tells me

Extra Brut 2008 represents Bollinger's legendary "Récemment Dégorgé" concept pioneered by Madame Bollinger in 1967—old vintages disgorged just months before release to guarantee remarkable freshness

Josmeyer natural wine is indeed one of the best wines in Alsace

Taittinger Folies de la Marquetterie Sparkling layered with wet stone mineralityA grower style Champagne (55% Pinot Noir, 45% Chardonnay) from Taittingers historic estate. 95 points for its "muscular" peach jam and toasted brioche flavorspair with roasted meats