The 2003 Blanc des Blancs La Nombre d'Or Sable is Chardonnay, Petit Meslier and Arbanne with just two grams of dosage. Refined, elegant aromatics lead to a core of well-articulated ripe fruit, minerals and smoke in a style that recalls a fine Meursault. This poised, elegant wine is completely seductive and harmonious. This bottle was disgorged in February, 2008. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2018. 92 Points, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
"(disgorged June, 2007) Yellow-gold. Smoky peach and yellow plum scents possess impressive power and depth. Dense, palate-staining orchard and pit fruit flavors offer an impressive array of spices and minerals. The chewy finish is extremely long, ripe and insinuating." 91 points - Steven Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Nov/Dec 2007
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