Arras 30th Anniversary EJ Carr Late Disgorged 2006

Released to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Arras, just 1,566 bottles available. The blend is 66% Chardonnay and 34% Pinot Noir. Dosage is just 1.7 grams per litre and the wine spent sixteen years on lees, something that would be extraordinary in Champagne, let alone Tasmania. This is tight, concentrated and exquisitely balanced. We have notes of hazelnuts, citrus, freshly baked bread, jasmine, a flick of red fruits and the merest touches of a truffly note. A delightfully creamy texture, there is good complexity here and seriously impressive length. Still fresh, this should drink beautifully, well into the next decade. A wonderful achievement and a worthy wine with which to celebrate this impressive anniversary.