Jean-Pierre Robinot, 'Fêtembulles' 2023 Lighter perversely the fruit is also

perversely the fruit is also darker but the lift is incredibly noticeable

As per all things Roagna this combines power and precision beautifully

delicate fruit and cracking minerality

with cherries and peaches both having their say

Chardonnay (or Morillon as they call it round the Styrian parts) positively bursting with energy

Jean-Pierre Robinot, 'Fêtembulles' 2023 Lighter perversely the fruit is alsoPlace: Loire, France Grape: Chenin Blanc Vibe: Pet Nat + Friends Another sparkling stunner from Robinot's mind palace. Directly pressed and fermented in cuve, then a year on lees in bottle before disgorgement. The cool vintage has rendered a crispy, crushable expression. This never disappoints, but this is about as good as it gets from my recent, hazy memory. Crying out for apero hour! ABV: 10%