Alfred Basely Brut, Champagne, France NV Bodegas Alvear and quite stylish

and quite stylish

The wine has off-the-charts massiveness and intensity but never comes across as heavy

fine-grain tannin and immense detail on the finish

this has appealing notes of clove and ginger spice

91 Pts Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Alfred Basely Brut, Champagne, France NV Bodegas Alvear and quite stylishStraw colored, aromas of white flowers and citrus blackberries (lemon), enriched with some mineral notes, yeast and fresh bread. Creamy, biscuit accents and lightly buttered, with a hint of peach and stone fruits. The perceptible dosage in no way obscures the general freshness of the wine. The finish is quite long and clean. First class aperitif, dry and elegant.