Domaine Taupenot-Merme 2007 Cote de Beaune Corton Rognet France Conte Guicciardini A blending of the seven

A blending of the seven permitted grape varieties in Champagne

96 Pts The Wine Independent

The seduction on the nose is not matched

and Petite Verdot adds additional complexity of smoky and coffee notes

While the bottling is still a little young

Domaine Taupenot-Merme 2007 Cote de Beaune Corton Rognet France Conte Guicciardini A blending of the sevenA subtle touch of wood frames a truly lovely nose of spicy, cool and densely fruited and layered red pinot fruit that features notes of plum, menthol and warm earth tones that are also picked up by the rich, round and beautifully detailed if not especially concentrated middle weight flavors that culminate in a solidly long and mildly tangy finish.