Dizy Corne Bautray 2009

The Dizy Corne Bautray 2009 from Jacquesson comes from a single plot in Dizy, planted exclusively with premier cru Chardonnay. It is a blanc de blancs with no dosage. According to the retailer, 2009 produced outstanding grapes with a ripeness approaching that of the exceptional 2002 vintage. The perlage has great finesse. It was disgorged in April 2019. Only 5,172 bottles were made, so sales are limited to one bottle per customer.

The champagne is elegant, yet carries power and length in the mouth. That puts it on the table of a grand meal, with fine fish, shellfish, veal or poultry. With no dosage the profile stays clear and taut, and the ripe fruit of the vintage gives it roundness. Serve it at 10 to 12 °C in a large white wine glass so that the aromas and structure can open up well.