JM Seleque Solessence Nature Brut Nature Champagne [JS94][WE93][WA92][WS91]

Producer: JM Seleque  
Region: Champagne, France 
Blend: 50% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Meunier, 10% Pinot Noir 
Year: Non-Vintage 

James Suckling, 94 Points 

"I love all the candied citrus and white tree fruit aromas of this sophisticated Brut Nature that has impressive depth and a precise harmony of chalky acidity with generous berry fruits. Long mineral finish. A cuvee of 50% chardonnay with 40% pinot meunier and 10% pinot noir, of which half was a solera of reserve wines." 

Wine Enthusiast, 93 Points 

"This bone-dry Champagne comes from parcels across the seven villages where the producer has its vineyards. As befits its name it has no dosage and just brings out the richness of the fruit in the blend which is predominantly Chardonnay. This is a beautifully structured, tight, mineral wine that has some bottle age and a touch of softness from wood aging. Drink the bottling now." 

Wine Advocate, 92 Points 

"Disgorged in April 2024 after five years of maturation under cork, the 2019 vintage–based NV Extra Brut Solessence Nature is a dosage-free iteration of the standard NV Solessence, distinguished by extended aging sur lattes. It opens with an expressive bouquet of jasmine, orange zest, pear and brioche, with a hint of exotic fruit. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, concentrated and layered, combining depth and texture with tangy acidity. This cuvée balances the maturity characteristic of the vintage with underlying tension, culminating in a long, saline finish." 

Wine Spectator, 91 Points 

"Bright acidity buoys flavors of ripe raspberry and cherry, pickled ginger and salted almond on the palate of this creamy Champagne. Lively, spiced finish. Chardonnay, Meunier and Pinot Noir. Drink now." 

Alcohol: 12.5% 

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