Réserve Brut
Details?
Telmont’s signature non-vintage is a blend of three grape varietals: 43 per cent Chardonnay, 37 per cent Pinot Meunier and 20 per cent Pinot Noir. The 2017 harvest forms the bulk of the blend (about 56 per cent) along with six other harvests. Réserve Brut (S$80) is classically made and employs malolactic fermentation as well.
The 2021 Brut was bottled in 2018 and cellared for three years.
What’s it like?
The perfect lead single for Telmont, which gives you a hint of what the house can do, and yet at the same time, you might find yourself leaving the song on repeat. And repeat, we did – too often to comfortably share here. All the elements are on show: an underlying minerality, creamy mouthfeel, all balanced by tartness and yeastiness, with consistency and purpose from start to finish. Oh yes, and let’s not forget the lavish troupe of dancers in the form of the delightfully fine bubbles.
Goes with?
The world’s your oyster, really. The Brut’s versatility allows you to take your pick from caviar to jamon serrano to camembert.
When to drink it?
The temptation, as always, is to say: when isn’t it a good time? It’s simply a well-made champagne and perfect as an aperitif.
Best music?
How about something playful? Here’s three to start with: Carla Bruni’s Mon Raymond, Pink Martini’s Sympathique, Cake’s Italian Leather Sofa.