Drappier : Grande Sendrée Rosé 2010

Expressive notes of steeped raspberry and cherry fruit pull you into the glass of this vivacious rosé Champagne, riding the satiny mousse and layered with accents of mandarin orange peel, dried thyme and biscuit. A vinous version, with the finely knit flavors underscored by a streak of tangy mineral that drives through the spiced finish. Drink now through 2030. 100 cases imported.

This shows an impressive ripeness and depth for the vintage, with a bold presence of plummy red fruit on both the nose and palate. A creamy, rounded texture supported by dry red grapes, earthy notes, and a hint of spices makes the wine very enjoyable.

Brilliant, dark old pink with orange reflections. Charming, powerful bouquet of dark red fruit, cassis and wild berry jam, hints of spicy savoriness. Piquant, savory, with lots of drive on the palate, tasty acid core with mineral pull, very fine mousse, refreshing blood orange on the back palate; vinous, full-bodied pleasure with convincing length. Optimal food wine.

The rosé hue shows a lovely sparkle in this fruity, juicy Champagne with fine freshness. The nose displays great subtlety. The palate is more harmonious, with an enticing, well-balanced structure and excellent mousse management.