August 2010 Tasting Notes

• N.V. Krug Champagne Grande Cuvée Brut - France, Champagne (8/28/2010)
  
  last of the anniversary case. this had been cellared 6 years. never in retailers hands and super fresh still. that brightness playing with the nutty meatiness, with the creamy spice---its all there and lively and developing in the glass opening up revealing more exotic fruits, subtle spices. one of my faves for sure and actually a steal at the price. (94 points)
  
• N.V. Mumm Napa Santana Brut - USA, California, Napa Valley (8/20/2010)
  
  not so sweet. full and rich and fun.