1er septembre, 2001

WINE ENTHUSIAST Magazine

Guide d'achat

VERY GOOD (85-89)
Recommended

Otard VSOP Fine Champagne Cognac (France; Bacardi-Martini, Miami, FL); 40% abv, $37.

The first sniff after the pour reveals an invitingly rich and biscuity bouquet. With aeration, a peppery snap enters the equation, and by the third nosing fresh violets dominate as the pepper quality recedes. At entry the biscuity quality gets translated perfectly to taste. The midpalate turns fruity, as sweet yellow fruit blankets the tongue in rich waves of flavor. The aftertaste is a bit short, acidic and lean, but warming nonetheless.

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