The NV Brut Premier Cru Rose de Saignee is 100% Pinot Noir, all from the 2009 harvest. Kirsch, sweet red cherries, crushed flowers, mint and spices all waft from the glass. This is a pretty delicate, ethereal style of Rose considering the year and the saignee style, but the wine's balance is quite attractive. I imagine the Rose de Saignee will offer its finest drinking sooner rather than later. Disgorgement date: June 2012. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2015.

Firm and tightly meshed, with hints of grilled herbs and graphite lacing flavors of blackberry clafoutis, wild cherry, smoke and red licorice as they ride the creamy mousse. Mouthwatering, minerally finish. Disgorged January 2023. Drink now through 2026. 200 cases imported.