Champagne Egly-Ouriet Grand Cru Blanc de Noirs Les Crayères Vieilles Vignes NV (Base 17, Disg. July 24) auckland citrus and juicy tropical fruit

citrus and juicy tropical fruit flavours combine to produce a full-flavoured wine with a gentle balance of acidity and a weighty mouthfeel

Since Henri Lurton took over in 1992

Intriguing wine for its warm aromatic envelopes and for the elegant spiciness that accompanies the sip

His top vineyards of Clos St-Jacques and Bonne-Mares rival the greats of Côte d’Or

Many of the properties remain small

Champagne Egly-Ouriet Grand Cru Blanc de Noirs Les Crayères Vieilles Vignes NV (Base 17, Disg. July 24) auckland citrus and juicy tropical fruitThe Ambonnay based Egly Ouriet are a reference point for grower producers in Champagne, known for their impeccable vineyard management and fastidious winemaking skills. Much of their production is raised in oak barrels, with extended aging on lees a feature. Blanc De Noirs is the flagship wine from Egly Ouriet, and the one that first captured the attention of the wider Champagne public. This 100% Pinot Noir cuvee comes from the Les Crayeres vineyard