2018 Chiaroscuro, Seresin Andeluna gooseberry and freshly cut herbs

gooseberry and freshly cut herbs leap from the glass

flirtatious

that signature Bollinger richness sharpened by the astonishing freshness of its recent disgorgement and extra brut dosage

These are Chardonnays that stretch the grape’s boundaries

and the Callanan’s Road vineyard

2018 Chiaroscuro, Seresin Andeluna gooseberry and freshly cut herbsAromatic, textured and full of intrigue, Chiaroscuro lives beautifully up to its name, all light, shade and shifting detail. Orange peel, lime, bergamot and green apple rise from the glass, with a delicate floral lift and a faint spicy whisper from Gewrztraminer. The palate is silky and medium bodied, broad enough to feel generous, then drawn back into focus by crisp acidity and a clean, dry finish. It is a blend of Riesling 55%, Pinot Gris 37%,