在香檳區最精華的白丘(Côte des Blancs),一位年輕釀酒師正以顛覆傳統的哲學,重新定義頂級香檳的高度。他是 Adrien Dhondt,22歲接掌家族酒莊,27歲即獲封「年度釀酒師」,被譽為白丘「最強接班人」。他的酒,不僅是香檳,更是帶有氣泡的偉大白葡萄酒,一推出即成為全球藏家競逐的夢幻逸品。
Brumont Merlot-Tannat: Craftsmanship from the “King of Blind Tastings”
The Winemaker and Estate Background
Alain Brumont took over the estate in 1980, dedicating his career to mastering the Tannat grape variety. In 1991, he was named “Best Winemaker of the 1980s” by the French magazine Gault-Millau and has been recognized as one of the “Top 10 Winemakers in the World.”
Blind Tasting Pedigree
Since 1985, his flagship estate, Château Montus, has participated in numerous international blind tasting competitions. It has consistently outperformed legendary Bordeaux estates such as Château Cheval Blanc and Château Mouton Rothschild, earning Alain Brumont the title: “The King of Blind Tastings.”
Wine Profile
This specific bottling harmonizes the suppleness of Merlot with the robust structure of Tannat. It is a testament to the winemaker’s profound understanding of the Southwest France terroir and his unwavering commitment to quality.
Tasting Notes
Color: A brilliant deep red with intense violet hues.
Aroma: A complex bouquet of plums, blueberries, and red currants, accented by elegant floral notes.
Palate: Well-structured, powerful, and firm, showcasing a diverse range of fruit flavors.
2024 Brumont (Alain Brumont) Merlot-TannatCase Purchase: 6 bottles per case