Fonplegade other_regions_italy The 2004 Brut Cristal has

The 2004 Brut Cristal has put on quite a bit of weight since I first tasted it earlier this year

There are notes of black cherries

Note that this is unapologetically built-to-age and a wine that is absolutely going to need it

with a light accent of oak spice

so they had to do a very soft vinification and an extended élevage

Fonplegade other_regions_italy The 2004 Brut Cristal hasA touch tight and even reduced at first, it takes a moment to clear to reveal dense layers of black fruits, graphite and bristling tannins. Concentrated and intense, clearly a reflection of the impressive structural clout of this particular vintage, not huge amounts of charm even at 10 years old needs longer, wait at least another two years. 85% new oak.