Mercier Brut Spy Valley

Mercier Brut Spy ValleyA straw yellow colour. Its nose is dominated by seeded white fruits which blend with notes of freshly baked bread. The high proportion of Pinot Noir grapes is expressed in a palate of ripe apple and pear aromas which climax in a delightfully fresh finish. Brut cuvee is the reference for the house style, reflecting the vivacity, fresh aromas and fruity notes which are the Mercier trademarks. Eugene Mercier founded his own champagne house in 1858 at the

which may deposit a sediment and might require decanting

in the Rio Torto valley (where vinification takes place)

The palate has vibrant plum and blackberry characters layered with more spice

A modern style of Chardonnay

and mature cheeses

the extensive range runs from the excellent value Tradition wines right through to individual Grand Cru bottlings

where Louis Roederer sources its Chardonnay grapes

melon and grapefruit linger on the persistent finish

It has a smaller production

91 points Jeb Dunnuck

adding lovely warm notes of pollen and soft white flowers with a hint of vanilla

The harvest went well