Gaston Chiquet Premier Cru Brut Rose, Champagne, France NV Petits Chateaux The palate is precise on

The palate is precise on the entry

The clear sake is separated from the fermenting rice lees by putting it into canvas bags and allowing the sake to drip out overnight (as opposed to pressing it)

plenty of edgy red fruit and impressive delineation on the finish that shows focus and length

It starts off slowly and then finishes with a bang

Gaston Chiquet Premier Cru Brut Rose, Champagne, France NV Petits Chateaux The palate is precise onThe NV Brut Ros (2020 base) is stellar. Lifted floral and savory accents meld into a core of punchy red toned fruit. Cranberry, white pepper, mint, crushed rocks and blood orange build into the nervy, resonant finish. The Ros is light in color and finessed, but also has tons of richness, much of that coming from the 18% still Pinot in the blend. Disgorged: March, 2022. 92 Pts Vinous