2016 Domaine Pichot Clos St Mathurin Methode Traditionelle

Primary fermentation took place in a mix of stainless steel (70%) and 400 litre used barrels (30%) followed by 4 years maturation on fine lees in bottle. A foamy mousse dissipates to reveal a pale straw coloured base that has persistent stream of fine bubbles flowing through it. Elevated ripe pear, baked apple and honeysuckle aromatics intermingle with yeast lees, brioche and ginger like notes. Vivid pear and green apple fruits race across the palate underscored by crisp acidity with some yeast lees, baked bread and quince characters also evident. Chiselled feel with a dry chalk edged finish that’s both tense and stimulating.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 12%