Diebolt Vallois, Blanc de Blancs NV Vintage:N.V. A ripe yet airy nose

A ripe yet airy nose is comprised by a well-layered mix of red and dark berry fruit that is liberally laced with spice and floral nuances

there is no vanilla

There is notably better mid-palate density to the medium-bodied and mineral-driven flavors that display focused power on the bone-dry

crushed flowers and some of the fragrant steeping herbs used in Fernet-Branca

The 2011 has plenty of up-front appeal

Diebolt Vallois, Blanc de Blancs NV Vintage:N.V. A ripe yet airy noseRich aromas and flavors of poached apricot, melon, tangerine and hazelnut are enlivened by vibrant acidity in this well knit Champagne, with a creamy finish of graphite and spice. Disgorged December 2019. Drink now through 2023. 6,250 cases made, 650 cases imported. AN