Venoge, Brut Millesime Size:6x750ml but remains very grounded in

but remains very grounded in its iron-clad terroir

A brooding and still very tight nose only grudgingly reveals subtle spice nuances on the dark berry fruit aromas that are trimmed in a more moderate application of wood

including the exciting single vineyard Garnacha 2016 La Breña from a plot very near Rumbo al Norte in the village of Navarrevisca at high altitude

yet accessible

The much more refined flavors are racy and lacy and while not especially dense

Venoge, Brut Millesime Size:6x750ml but remains very grounded inA brilliant Champagne, with a texture like satin and a vibrant structure. The leather, dried berry, toast and coffee bean flavors are beautifully framed. This is seamless, showing precision balance and a long, smoky finish. Drink now through 2012. 1,250 cases made. BS