2004 Charles Ellner "Prestige" Brut Champagne blackberry and plum notes amid

blackberry and plum notes amid chalky accents

this beauty from proprietor Jean-Noel Herve has hit the bull‰۪s eye

) This is one to check out

All the vines are farmed biodynamically and range in age from 60 to 80 years

from peppercorn and cardamom to thyme and oregano

2004 Charles Ellner "Prestige" Brut Champagne blackberry and plum notes amidIf you like Champagne that combines both chalky, high acid drive with a nearly silky, creamy texture, this is for you. I was also struck by the extraordinary, tiny bead. I imagine this will age for as long as you care to keep it take note if you were married in 2004 like I was! It is composed of 70% Chouilly Grand Cru Chardonnay and a combination of Tauxieres and Epernay Pinot Noir for the remainder. I have another bottle in the fridge for tonight!