Pol Roger Brut Reserve NV, 75 cl

Pol Roger Brut Reserve NV, 75 cl The definitive house-style, composed from 30 still base wines drawn from at least three vintages. On the nose, the champagne is dominated by white flowers, green apple, brioche and a trace of minerality. On the palate there are notes of stone fruits, a certain nuttiness and a hint of honey supporting the freshness of the acidity. UK stock receives an additional 6 months post-disgorgement ageing so it is ready to drink upon release but cellaring for a few years will reveal greater depths. Champagne Pol Roger has been producing exceptional champagne for over 165 years. To this day the house remains small, family-owned, fiercely independent and unrivalled in its reputation for quality. Indeed, it is this quality which brought about Sir Winston Churchill’s lifelong attachment to Pol Roger, who famously insisted “In defeat I need it, in victory I deserve it” Just beautiful. Wonderfully delicate with lovely freshness. A classic blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.

Pol Roger Brut Rserve diplays a beautiful golden straw coloured hue, as well as abundant and fine bubbles. With a powerful and attractive nose, it first delivers aromas of fruit (pear, mango …) and then releases light flavours of honeysuckle and white jasmine, lingering on vanilla and brioche notes. Behind a frank and dynamic attack, the wine encompasses a nice harmony and a pleasant freshness, whilst preserving some structure. On the palate, flavours of cooked fruit (quince jelly, apricot jam) happily mingle with fragrances of beeswax and acacia honey. The long-lasting aromas, composed of both fruity (candied orange peel, tangerine…) and spicy notes (cardamom, anis) is outstanding.

An excellent value for money champagne, Pol Roger Reserve is great for drinking now but is also suitable for ageing, taking on a fuller flavour with time. With its fresh summer fruit flavours and tiny, persistent mousse, Pol Roger is one of the most easily-enjoyed well-made NV champagnes around.