The Special Club Champagnes are special indeed. The group of growers who contribute wines with this designation offers high-quality grower wines only in the best vintages. The Marc Hébrart 2014 shows the elegance and complexity of Special Club bottlings. Marc Hébrart is a small grower in the village of Mareuil-sur-Aÿ and one of the 27 artisan producers of Special Club Champagnes. It is an enticing and elegant example of fine Champagne. The bouquet is pure and vibrant, with lemon, green apple and lime fruits infused with subtle, buttery, yeasty and creamy nuances. The flavors are equally pure and lively, with fresh apple, pear and citrus fruits underlain by the buttery-creamy character the Chardonnay adds to the blend. The invigorating nature and layered, complex flavors show just how special the Special Club Champagnes can be.
Marc Hébrart, Champagne (France) 2014
By Wayne Belding