Delamotte Blanc de Blancs 2002

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An outstanding example of the stellar 2002 vintage, this Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru comes from Delamotte, one of the oldest and most prestigious Champagne houses

Champagne Delamotte's Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs 2002 is all about balance: its power, finesse and purity co-exist flawlessly, each enhancing the other. Well-structured, complex but delicate at the same time, Delamotte 2002 is accessible in youth but will age beautifully, if you can resist it that long!

Chardonnay, 2002, Dry, Medium bodied, 12%, Cork

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"The Insider's Tip: if you appreciate good blanc de blancs and can't afford Salon, look for Delamotte - the wines are made from the finest grapes so there's serious value in terms of content, as well as price."

James Lawther, Decanter Magazine (April 2011)

"Champagne Delamotte is part of the same company behind the famed (and prohibitively expensive) Salon, and it shows. This 100% chardonnay is simply glorious: rich but beautifully balanced by its nervy acidity and silk textured fizz."

David Williams, The Observer (August 2011)

"Light bodied, ephemeral, perhaps missing a bit of vim, but a classy number nonetheless." 16.5/20

Richard Hemming, JancisRobinson.com (August 2011)

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Champagne Delamotte

Champagne Delamotte is not only one of the oldest champagne houses, but also, arguably, one of the most refined in style and pedigree. Established in 1760 in the prestigious village of Le Mesnil, Champagne Delamotte is Chardonnay’

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