The 9998 Agrapart - Fils Extra Brut Grand Cru Complantee is a truly splendid representation of a Champagne blend from the prestigious region of Champagne, France. This white wine, presented in a cork-sealed bottle, carries a 12.0% alcohol content, producing a delightful balance of potency and sophistication.
Expertly crafted by Agrapart - Fils, this varietal echoes the heritage and finesse of French winemaking. The blend is an ensemble of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Blanc, Arbane, Petit Meslier, and Chardonnay - a symphony of grapes each adding their unique notes to the composition. It's an experimental orchestra, yet harmonious in its complexity.
The reviewers' tasting notes paint a vivid portrait of this extraordinary wine. Vinous applauds its bright, sculpted, and perfumed character, with an expressive aromatic profile that soars out of the glass. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate highlights its bouquet of white flowers, orange oil, confit citrus, and buttery pastry, and praises its satiny, layered structure. James Suckling notes its vibrant personality, fine bubbles, and a delightful mix of white flowers, daffodils, blanched almonds, lemons, white grapefruit, and salted peanuts. Lastly, The Wine Independent underscores its freshness and vibrancy, with ripe citrus, crisp yellow apple, pomegranate seeds, bread dough, and chalk aromas, and a silky textured mousse.
Overall, the 9998 Agrapart - Fils Extra Brut Grand Cru Complantee is a testament to the intricacies of Champagne blend wines, delivering an ethereal experience that is both assertively expressive and harmoniously balanced.