Andre Clouet Grand Cru Dream Vintage Blanc de Blanc Champagne 2008 [JS 96]

The "Dream Vintage" collection by Andre Clouet is a gourmand retrospective dedicated to the great vintages of the Champagne region. Champagne Brut Blanc de Blancs, 100% Chardonnay, harvested from the best vineyards in Bouzy, village 100% Grand Cru. Labels are inspired to the great Cadillacs colours in the 50s. Limited Edition Champagne. 

James Suckling - 96 points
Such a classic Blanc de Blancs champagne with the special elegance, brilliance and minerality of the 2008 vintage. Very well structured, but without the austere acidity structure that some 2008s have. Long and very clean finish that sends you back to the glass. 100% chardonnay. Drink or hold.

Tyson Stelzer - 95 points

Sourced from a grower as a swap for pinot noir, the union of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and Bouzy chardonnay is perhaps an unlikely marriage, but it works to delightful effect. The tension, minerality and presence of Le Mesnil is bolstered by the body and richness of Bouzy, softening the mineral tension of the village and the scintillating acid cut that defines 2008. Layered with spice, grapefruit and white peach of effortless poise, it propels upward with epic length and seamless line.