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Champagne Thienot - Brut Cuvee Alain Thienot 2008 (750ml)
Price: $114.99
James Suckling: 95 Points
Lots of strawberry and lemon aromas with some stone undertones, following through to a full body with a dense, layered palate with medium bubbles that give the wine form and tension. Very vinous and intense. Comes across dry and structured. Drinkable now, but better in a year or two. (JS)
Jeb Dunnuck: 94 Points
The 2008 Champagne Cuvée Alain Thienot is based on 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir and has the highest dosage in the lineup, getting 6.4 grams per liter. As with all these releases from Thienot, it saw 100% malolactic fermentation (although I'm not sure of the élevage). Light gold-hued, with lots of white flowers, chalky minerality, grilled toast, and assorted citrus and stone fruits, it hits the palate with a beautifully layered, elegant texture, bright yet nicely balanced acidity, and a great finish. This is another rich yet vibrant beauty that has a good 10-15 years of prime drinking ahead of it.
Wine Enthusiast: 94 Points
Now properly mature, this ripe wine has great toastiness as well as a tight texture and minerality. Dominated by Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs, the blend is taut, with beautiful acidity and elegance. Drink now. (RV)
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