E.J. Carr Late Disgorged
Vintage
2007
Region
Tasmania
Size
750ml / 12.5% ABV
1998 was the first vintage of the E.J. Carr Late Disgorged and this 2007 release celebrates the 10th consecutive release. A rare level of sophistication that redefines the tirage.
Light bodied
Full bodied
Extra Brut
Demi Sec
Fresh & Zingy
Textured & Creamy
An inviting palate with a rich melange of flavours including nougat, desiccated lemon, honeycomb, alluring spices and sauteed field mushroom. An exquisite structure built around a low dosage that allows the complex characters to be revealed, exposed and enjoyed. The rich palate is beautifully balanced with the structural elegance and natural acid line.
Full Tasting Notes
Andrew Caillard MW 2022 Release 2022
Score of 98
2007 vintage
Aroma
Lifted characters of sea spray, exotic spice, Shiitake mushroom and brioche.Palate
Exquisite structural elegance and great tension within the balance of dosage, acidity and fine tannin. The wine finishes with the vibrancy of lingering natural acidity.Vintage
The 2006 vintage has evolved to express the depth of flavour, minerality, structural elegance and vibrancy.
Food Pairing
Suggestion: Fresh seafood, either natural or with a light Asian influence.
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Winemaking Notes
Meticulously crafted from a tapestry of cool climate vineyards in pristine Tasmania, notably the Derwent Valley and East Coast. The grapes were hand-harvested and gently pressed with only the high quality ‘heart’ juice selected for this blend. After a carefully controlled primary fermentation with selected yeast, the wine underwent a second fermentation by lactic acid bacteria to soften and add complexity. The 2006 was aged on lees in tirage for 14 years developing an intensity of secondary characters recognised in the world’s finest cuvees.
It takes Australian sparkling onto a level of texture and complexity that no other producer can even seek to achieve. Comparisons with Krug or Bollinger are valid, regardless of preferences.
Halliday Top 100 2021
99 Points - 2006 Vintage
International Challenge UK 2021
TROPHY Best Australian Sparkling - 2005 VintageDecanter Magazine Awards 2020
Worlds Best, Sparkling Wine of the Year - 2004 VintageHalliday Wine Companion 2019
Best Sparkling Wine 99 Points - 2004 VintageAustralian Sparkling Awards 2017
TROPHY Wine of Show - 2003 VintageInternational Wine & Spirit Awards 2017
TROPHY Outstanding - 2003 VintageChampagne & Sparkling World Championship 2018
Gold Medal - 2003 VintageHobart Royal Wine Show 2015
TROPHY Best Sparkling - 2003 Vintage
