While historically Pol Roger has always relied more heavily on the use of Pinot Noir in its Champagnes, the Blanc de Blancs is an established component of the house portfolio and was first introduced in 1959. 2012 proved a somewhat challenging year, but a difficult spring was eventually followed by a beautiful summer, allowing for full development and concentration in the grapes while retaining a desirable freshness and lift. Christian de Billy, a fifth-generation descendant of Pol Roger, has nicknamed the 2012 Blanc de Blancs ‘liquid diamonds’. It certainly is rather brilliant, with pale glimmering gold run through with a vibrant mousse and a youthful energy complimented by subtle signs of more complex nut and honey. At the recent launch of the 2012 Blanc de Blancs, Laurent d’Harcourt of Pol Roger aptly summarised the Blanc de Blancs in the following three words: `generosity, balance and freshness`. (RRS 05/03/19)

Producer

Pol Roger

Origin

Chouilly/Cramant/Avize/Oger, Champagne, Champagne/sparkling wine FRANCE

Colour

white

Wine Style

dry

Dominant Grape

Chardonnay

Closure Style

cork

Maturity

drink or keep

Bottle Size

75cl

Case Quantity

6

Alcohol

12.5%

Wine Score

91 points, Simon Field MW, decanter.com, February 2019