2018 Cedric Bouchard, Roses de Jeanne Haute Lemble 1x750ml

Vinous 97

The 2018 La Haute Lemblé is powerful, deep and resonant, maybe a bit more so than normal. The interplay of richness and explosive vertical energy is breathtaking. Time in the glass brings out captivating scents of white flowers, lemon confit, mint and orchard fruit, with expressive tropical accents that add complexity. The 2018 is very, very closed today, but it does appear to be quite rich and likely to age into an exotic Champagne very much marked but the ripeness of the vintage. It’s another showstopper from Cédric Bouchard. Disgorged: 2022. [Antonio Galloni, 11/30/2022]

Anticipated maturity: 2024-2033