2002 Pol Roger "Cuv̩e Sir Winston Churchill" Brut Champagne Magnum 1.5L spice box and subtle oak

spice box and subtle oak

The wine's mid-weight personality leads me to think it is best enjoyed sooner rather than later

The palate shows off these flavors well with balanced acidity and a full body

a nicely layered mouthfeel and ripe tannins

2002 Pol Roger "Cuv̩e Sir Winston Churchill" Brut Champagne Magnum 1.5L spice box and subtle oakFabulous aromas of dried apple, cream, mango and ginger follow through to a full, dense palate, but it's very, very fine. The bead is so, so fine. The texture is like silk. Truly superb quality. I love the contrast between richness and freshness. It builds slow on the palate and finishes so long and rich. This was 10 years on the lees. Mostly pinot noir. So superlative to drink. This follows 2000, 1999, 1996 and 1995.