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The July 2016 Distinguished Cellar Auction, Part 2
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Lot 243
Estimate: $375
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95JG
"The 1979 vintage or Rare holds quite a bit of sentimental value for Monsieur Camus, for though he did not craft this particular wine (not yet being at Piper), it is the first vintage that he ever vinified on his own at the outset of his career as a winemaker in Champagne. This particular vintage of Rare is outstanding and one of my absolute favorites in a very stellar lineup, as it soars from the glass in a mature and very vibrant blend of candied citrus fruit, warm bread, baked peach, a touch of new leather, macadamia nut, a very complex base of soil and a touch of honeycomb in the upper register. On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied, pure and seamlessly balanced, with a fine core of fruit, crisp acids, excellent soil signature, vigorous mousse and outstanding length and grip on the very complex and vibrant finish. A beautiful wine. (Drink between 2014-2035)"
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"The 1979 vintage or Rare holds quite a bit of sentimental value for Monsieur Camus, for though he did not craft this particular wine (not yet being at Piper), it is the first vintage that he ever vinified on his own at the outset of his career as a winemaker in Champagne. This particular vintage of Rare is outstanding and one of my absolute favorites in a very stellar lineup, as it soars from the glass in a mature and very vibrant blend of candied citrus fruit, warm bread, baked peach, a touch of new leather, macadamia nut, a very complex base of soil and a touch of honeycomb in the upper register. On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied, pure and seamlessly balanced, with a fine core of fruit, crisp acids, excellent soil signature, vigorous mousse and outstanding length and grip on the very complex and vibrant finish. A beautiful wine. (Drink between 2014-2035)"
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The world's most influential fine-wine producer and the benchmark for Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne and the Rhone. Its appellation (AOC) system codifies geography, grape and method, and its wines set the global standard for age-worthiness and terroir expression.
The northerly region that gives its name to the world's most celebrated sparkling wine, made by secondary fermentation in bottle from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Chalky soils and a cool climate yield wines of finesse and longevity.
The sole appellation for true Champagne, producing sparkling wines of finesse and complexity by traditional method from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.
