Deutz : Blanc de Blancs 2018

Racy and well-knit, this linear Champagne expands on the satiny mousse, revealing aromas and flavors of poached quince, a touch of toasted brioche, nectarine and salted almond. Minerally finish. Drink now through 2030. 3,500 cases made, 83 cases imported.

Full bottle 1,637 g. Clear as a bell on the nose: apples, apple blossom. Masses of fresh apple fruit on the palate but also a delicate spiciness – cardamom, tarragon, nutmeg. Fragrant, fluent, the bubbles feel as if they’ve been embroidered into the wine, like tiny jewels. This is so, so pretty. (TC)

The 2018 Brut Millésimé Blanc de Blancs is a very pretty wine that shows off the personality of the year nicely. Floral and mineral overtones play off citrus fruit in this understated, airy Blanc de Blancs. The persistent, delicate finish is quite appealing.

Medium golden yellow with silver reflections and a fine, lively mousse. A delicately savoury bouquet of yellow stone fruit, brioche and white flowers on the nose, underpinned by lemony nuances – a mineral nose. Juicy and creamy on the palate with a core of white apple supported by lively acidity. It’s full of finesse with beautiful length, a versatile food companion with some ageing potential.

A wonderfully pure Champagne that is taut with a mineral edge. It is still a young wine that shows apple and acidity in balanced proportions. Drink from 2024.