2012 Champagne Philipponnat, Cuvée 1522

A bright and incisive nose offering notes of peach, citrus, herbs as well as a floral flourish after a bit of airing. The palate is underpinned by lively acidity that provides vivacity and thrust to a long finish for this Champagne that also has a delightful delicacy to it. Perfect example of an aperitif style with substance. Dosage: 4.5 g/L. Disgorgement: February 2020. 100% grand cru grapes with 70% Pinot Noir (from the Léon vineyard in Aÿ and Mailly) and 30% Chardonnay (from Verzy). No malolactic fermentation. 30% aged in wooden casks.Drink 2020 - 2030 Yohan Castaing, Decanter.com (Oct 2020)