Baked bread, breadsticks, Danish pastry, creme brulee and brioche unfurl from the glass with the confidence of a wine that's had the luxury of time. Beneath the layers of complexity sits a bright core of preserved lemon, lemon juice and crisp green apple.
A fine bead and delicate mousse rise up effortlessly from the glass, while a gentle cashew nuttiness adds another layer of interest. What impresses most is the balance. The creamy richness earned from six years on lees never overwhelms, instead it settles comfortably alongside a chalky, mineral line that pulls the wine long through the finish.
There's sophistication here but equally a sense of ease. It can comfortably handle a special occasion, yet it remains utterly approachable.
An engaging Blanc de Blancs that's a ready-made party starter, well played.
92/100
Region: Yarra Valley