113. Champagne Jean Moutardier, Millésime Brut, 1996

€10; 12%

In drinking the much younger 1996 within a week of the 1991, I could appreciate the recommendation of the producer to Dad, to drink this Champagne quickly. More complex aromas of toast and baking biscuits in this set the tone. Greenish tinge to the colour. Shared the subtle freshness with the ’91. 85% Pinot Meunier, and 15% Chardonnay, this one