The June 2013 Internet Catalogue Auction
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Lot 932
Estimate: $1,300
TĂȘte de CuvĂ©e Champagne on the market produced entirely from one single vineyard plot. As such, it holds a unique place in the Champagne universe and is eminently worthy of pursuit by any and all who appreciate exceptional finesse, unique integrity and rewarding complexity whilst indulging in bubbles.
5 fills under foil, 4 fills at foil, lightly scuffed foil capsules, nicked labels, four lightly scuffed labels, mixed releases.
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Reviews
93 · 89
93 RJ "The foremost Clos du Moulin I have tasted! A wonderful wine with heaps of Chardonnay notes. Pure bouquet of the most delightful nut chocolate, toasted bread, and grain. Perfect balance and great depth in its lemony-fresh flavor." 89 WS "This one has it all in good proportions: creamy texture, freshly cut ripe apples and a touch of bread dough on the finish."
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Sparkling
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Score
93 RJ "The foremost Clos du Moulin I have tasted! A wonderful wine with heaps of Chardonnay notes. Pure bouquet of the most delightful nut chocolate, toasted bread, and grain. Perfect balance and great depth in its lemony-fresh flavor." 89 WS "This one has it all in good proportions: creamy texture, freshly cut ripe apples and a touch of bread dough on the finish."
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