Pol Roger Cuvee Sir Winston Churchill 2012

Champagne Pol Roger crafted their Prestige Cuvée as a tribute to Sir Winston Churchill, keeping in mind the attributes he cherished in his champagne: sturdiness, a rich character, and a certain maturity. The blend predominantly features Pinot Noir, which offers structure, width, and a hearty character, while Chardonnay brings in elegance, delicacy, and refinement. The grapes are exclusively harvested from Grands Crus Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vineyards, which were established during Churchill's era. The Cuvée Sir Winston Churchill is produced solely in the finest vintages and is introduced to the market later than other vintage-dated Champagnes from Pol Roger. This practice highlights Churchill's fondness for more matured wines.

Tasting Note by Pol Roger:
Old gold hue with gorgeous grey tints and a stream of lovely fine bubbles. The first nose exudes generous aromas of pastry with hints of vanilla and brioche, followed by subtle fragrances of sweet spice as it opens up. The bouquet then develops to reveal an array of dried fruit and candied exotic fruit mixed with notes of banana and papaya. The wine is honest and lively on entry, giving way to an attractive and opulent texture with a lovely balance. We are then treated to an extraordinary explosion of flavours, elegantly blending roasted almonds, acacia honey, hazelnut liqueur and gingerbread. This wonderful harmony is underpinned by a structure that shows a smooth, creamy and round character. Well-structured with a superb aromatic persistence, this vintage 2012 is remarkable for its complexity and power.