2007 BOUQUIN-DUPONT BLANC DE BLANCS GRAND CRU CHAMPAGNE It’s rare to taste a wine so brilliant that it makes you want to hang your hat and forget about the rest for a while… Dupont Grand Cru is that wine. A remarkable expression of grower Champagne, and in the under $150/bottle category, in our shop, it’s the best that we’ve ever carried. The flavors and aromas are wonderfully developed, profound, and exhilarating. Aging for an impressive 4 to 10 years sur lie, many of the world’s top Grand Cru Champagnes age for a similar length of time on the lees, resulting in a rich, yet focused and linear wine with an intensity that I love… This one will simply compete with ANY prestige Champagne you can think of. Period. Grand Cru Champagne is very rare as only 17 of the 319 villages in Champagne produce Grand Cru quality grapes. This wine originates from Dupont’s Grand Cru Vineyard in the heart of Côte des Blancs. Comprised of 100% Chardonnay grapes that were sorted by hand, and pressed traditionally to collect the noblest juice. The terroir of Côte des Blancs imparts a unique mineral character and a delicate, floral bouquet to the wine, making it a quintessential expression of Blanc de Blancs. Bouquin-Dupont's meticulous attention to detail in both the vineyard and the winery ensures that each bottle is a true reflection of the exceptional quality of the grapes. With just a minuscule amount imported into the US, we don’t expect this beauty to be available for long. The 2007 Bouquin-Dupont Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Champagne, with its 12.5% ABV, is not only a testament to the winery’s commitment to excellence but also a rare gem that exemplifies the pinnacle of Champagne craftsmanship. The 2,500 cases produced are a testament to the boutique nature of this winery, offering a wine that is both exclusive and extraordinary. For those fortunate enough to secure a bottle, it promises an unforgettable tasting experience that rivals the best in the world.