WINE REVIEW
I tried this wine earlier in the year at the Leonardslee launch in August and it was my favourite of the line-up, although I thought it would benefit from a little longer under cork. My patience was rewarded with this incredibly fragrant expression.
This young and perky Blanc de Blancs is made from the ripe vintage of 2020, and was partially (25%) fermented in oak before ageing on lees for 36 months.
Delicately golden, the fine bubbles lift bright and clean aromas of crisp green orchard fruit and citrus, with hints of shortbread and lime zest.
There’s a bright burst of acidity up front that melts to softer peach, shortbread and hints of sourdough toast. This is really elegant and refined, with some deeper hints of baked apple that add warmth, whilst a non-Malo approach ensures a tight acid line that cuts nicely through the fruit.
