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    CHAMPAGNE

    Oct 29, 2019 8 minutes

    VINTAGE

    100 Billecart-Salmon 2002 Le Clos Saint-Hilaire Brut (Champagne). For full review see page 115. Editors’ Choice.

    abv: 12.5% Price: $500

    100 Louis Roederer 1996 Cristal Vinothèque Brut (Champagne). For full review see page 115. Cellar Selection.

    abv: 12% Price: $1,100

    98 Bollinger 2004 R.D. Extra Brut (Champagne). The wine’s name stands for recently disgorged and this vintage Champagne was taken off its in 2018. That gave many years for it to develop its depth of flavor, richness and beautifully memorable toasty flavors. Drink through 2028. Vintus LLC. Cellar Selection. —R.V.

    abv: 12% Price: $300

    98 Louis Roederer 2008 Cristal Brut (Champagne). The latest incarnation of Roederer’s iconic Champagne, this comes from a great vintage and is balanced, moving towards maturity. White stone fruit are shot through by lemon acidity. A steely edge contrasts with the underlying richness. Drink now, although the wine will age for many years. Maisons Marques & Domaines USA. Cellar Selection. —R.V.

    abv: 12% Price: $279

    A selection of Chardonnay from a 50-year-old vineyard has produced this remarkable wine. Its balance is impeccable: ripe, tangy and toasty all at the same time. The texture is intense, enhanced by the purity of the fruit. It is just ready to drink. Charles. —R.V.

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