2020 Chartogne-Taillet Orizeaux Extra Brut
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The 2020 Blanc de Noirs Orizeaux, disgorged in December 2024 with a dosage of two grams per liter, is showing magnificently. Sourced from old-vine Pinot Noir planted adjacent to Chartogne’s Les Barres parcel and vinified entirely in oak, it bursts from the glass with a vibrant, expressive bouquet of crisp pear, peach, white blossoms and red plum, interwoven with nuances of blood orange. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, deep and layered, offering compelling complexity. The wine’s impressive concentration and energy are underpinned by tangy, mouthwatering acidity that propels it toward a long, chalk-infused finish. This is a dynamic, gastronomic Champagne—an eloquent partner for elevated culinary pairings.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Kristaps Karklins, Wine Advocate
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The 2020 Extra-Brut Orizeaux, 100% Pinot Noir on chalk, is redolent of white pepper, sage, mint, white orchard fruit and dried flowers. Brisk and salivating, the 2020 impresses with its energy and overall drive. Like so many 2020s, the Orizeaux has a slight vegetal undertone, but it is balanced by other elements in the wine's fabric. I would prefer to drink it on the earlier side, just to be safe. Dosage is 2 grams per liter. Disgorged: December 2024.