Gaston Chiquet Special Club Grand Cru Brut Millesime, Champagne, France 2015 Abruzzo Full-bodied and oily but dialed-in

Full-bodied and oily but dialed-in and tangy

and vibrant red fruit framed by silky tannins

This is a racy and fresh wine

Well-packed

Gaston Chiquet Special Club Grand Cru Brut Millesime, Champagne, France 2015 Abruzzo Full-bodied and oily but dialed-inThe 2015 Champagne Special Club Brut is a seductive offering from the Chiquet house. Pouring a silver straw hue and composed of 68% Chardonnay and the rest Pinot Noir, this year's release is lush and expressive on opening, with a decadent perfume of red apple, sweet brioche, honeyed Meyer lemon, and wet stone. Approachable on the palate, it opens with a rounded and pillowy mousse, a supple texture, and modest acidity, although at this stage, it