The 2012 Angelina Brut Reserve Blanc de Blanc is 100% Chardonnay and underwent some five years of autolytic aging prior to being disgorged. The 2012 Angelina Brut Reserve Blanc de Blanc has a moderate to deep lemon appearance with persistent fine bubbles. On the nose, there is some caramelized nuttiness showing tertiary development in bottle combined with plenty of yeast notes (biscuit, brioche) as well as a still-vibrant core of primary fruit (lemon peel, red apple). On the palate, this is a full-bodied sparkling wine with an especially creamy mousse, some lively acidity and a complex core of autolytic flavors marrying nicely with the bottle development and delicate fruit. RP
The 2014 Angelina Brut Reserve Blanc de Blanc has a deep lemon appearance with delicate bubbles. On the nose, there is distinct autolysis, as this had some eight years in bottle before disgorgement in 2022. Expect biscuit, brioche and toast intermixed with lemon, red apple and even some stone fruit (peach) and some developing hazelnut and honey. On the palate, the wine is dry and relatively full-bodied, with some lively acidity and a decent core of autolytic flavors with those primary, delicate fruit notes and a touch of development. The dosage is also relatively well integrated. RP