Cédric Bouchard Inflorescence
Inflorescence by Cédric Bouchard is grower’s champagne gaining some prominence. Made in very small quantities (by Champagne standards), only 8900 bottles. Soft, elegant nose, not really showing any of the character of a blanc de noirs, except for being hard to pin down. The palate has good acid, a touch of tannin. It is long and elegant but needs time in bottle to integrate. Well made and should improve.
The packaging is very good, Jacquesson style bottle (kind of glows when light shines through) with a slick subtle label. Nice leavy capsule. A step up from the usual grower look.
I picked up a Gimmonet special club 1999 which I’m looking to try soon. Also saw a big promo for the 2003 bollinger but it seems exxy at 60 odd euros. Hoping to taste it Saturday.
