Champagne and Maiden

Drinking at home.

2001 Roses de Jeanne Les Ursules - nice and a little caramelized, very elegant on the palate, almost floral.

2002 Moët et Chandon Cuvée Dom Pérignon - really caramelized nose, drinking wonderfully, soft on the palate with lovely, toasty notes.

2000 Harlan Estate The Maiden - drank 1½ hours after decanting. Really sweet on the nose, with coconut butter. Just beautiful. Two hours later showing stewed prunes, leather, meaty notes, and more tertiary flavors.

2003 L'Evangile - drank 1 hour after decanting. A little farmy, smoky, and toasty. 1½ hours in there was more toast with leather and animal notes.