Pierre Peters, L'Esprit Blanc de Blancs other_regions_italy A ripe and deeply pitched

A ripe and deeply pitched nose offers up notes of plum

The palate is well balanced with a viscous

smoke and underbrush adding interest to the briar and red berry fruit aromas that lead to serious

resonant finish

The relatively refined middle weight flavors possess good verve though somewhat curiously

Pierre Peters, L'Esprit Blanc de Blancs other_regions_italy A ripe and deeply pitchedThe 2013 Brut Blanc de Blancs L'Esprit is a terrific example of a year in which both ripeness and acidities were elevated. Rich and sumptuous on the palate, with striking layers of nuance throughout, the 2013 has so much to offer. The combination of textural breadth and tension is utterly compelling. And that, in essence, is what makes 2013 such a fascinating vintage. Another few years in bottle will help soften some of the edges. Dosage is 4. 5 grams