Henriot : Brut Rosé

The NV Brut Rose is a gorgeous wine that will prove to be quite versatile as both an aperitif wine and with food. It shows lovely depth and persistence all the way through to the polished finish. Sweet floral notes add the final layers of nuance. This is Lot L1107120510, disgorged May 2010. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2014. Importer: Henriot Inc., New York, NY; tel. (212) 605-6706

An aromatic, spiced rosé, with intense acidity providing structure and framing pretty white peach, black cherry and raspberry flavors. There's a nice salty tang counterpointing the ripe fruit notes and leading to a clean, lightly chalky finish. Drink now.

Fresh, precise nose featuring bright red berries, lemon peel and white blossoms. The direct palate exhibits beautiful acidity and intriguing developed notes of truffle and sourdough, leading to a creamy, toasty finish with yellow plum notes.

Henriot's NV Brut Rosé impresses with its persistence and fine overall balance. Red berries, blood orange, flowers, spices and a mineral note all take shape in this pliant, beautifully expressive Rosé from Henriot. All the elements are in the right place. Disgorged: October 2011. Lot #: L1215911011.

An attractive red-fruit flavored Champagne with a balanced, crisp texture, this bottling is just ready to go. Its fruitiness, coupled with the soft texture from the dosage, is packed with ripe acidity. Drink now.