J.M. Labruyère Prologue Brut Grand Cru (75cl, 12.5%)

A Grand Cru Champagne from Verzenay, France, produced by J.M. Labruyère. Prologue is produced via the traditional method from approximately 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay, all sourced from Grand Cru-classified plots in Verzenay on the Montagne de Reims. The wine rests a minimum of four years on its lees before disgorgement, and the liqueur d'expédition is crafted from the house's finest reserve wines, giving a dosage of 4.8 g/l. The nose opens with toasty brioche and crème brûlée, layered with roasted hazelnut and honeycomb, then lemon curd, dried fruits, lilac, vanilla and almond. The palate is generous and full-bodied, with raspberry and golden apple fruit framed by fine chalk minerality, biscuity depth and warm spice. The finish is long and layered, with honeyed vanilla, hazelnut and a distinctly spicy close.