Paul Bara, Annonciade, Blanc De Noirs, Grand Cru, Brut, Bouzy, RM, 2005 (750ml)

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Paul Bara, Annonciade, Blanc de Noirs, Grand Cru, Brut, Bouzy, RM, 2005 (750ml)

CI$213.00

100% Pinot Noir aged 12 years on lees dosage 4 g/l

Country: France
Wine Type: Sparkling
Grape Varietals: Champagne

Additional Info

Rating:

93 Points Antonio Galloni

Highlight:

The 2005 Brut Cuvée Annonciade is another gorgeous wine in this range from Bara. For the Annonciade, the estate takes a selection of their best fruit and vinifies it in oak. Warm, toasty notes from the wood complement the natural richness of the Pinot fruit. But more thatn that, I am impressed with the wine's freshness and impeccable balance, something that is so hard to find in 2005. Red plum, spice, dried flowers and baked apple tart scents leave the final impressions. The 2005 is fabulous, especially within the context of the year. - Antonio Galloni

Description

Paul Bara Annonciade Grand Cru Extra Brut 2005 is a rare and prestigious single-vineyard champagne from the iconic Grand Cru village of Bouzy. Named in homage to Annonciade, daughter of a Bouzy vigneron who married Auguste François Bara in 1833. Their son Jules Bara built the first cellars of Champagne Paul Bara, and this cuvée was created as a tribute to their ancestors, vinified in oak barrels. Made from 100% Pinot Noir grown on the best chalky slopes of Bouzy and aged for 12 years on lees, the 2005 vintage displays remarkable complexity and depth with evolved aromas of dried red fruits, cherry, fig, toasted brioche, roasted nuts, honey and subtle spice. On the palate it is rich yet perfectly balanced, with fine mousse, silky texture, vibrant acidity and a long, powerful finish. An elegant and highly expressive Extra Brut that beautifully showcases the depth, structure and terroir of the Grand Cru village of Bouzy.