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Article: WINE STYLE: On the Grapevine; Clive Platman enjoys an interview with a Champagne cellarmaster.(Features)
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- The Birmingham Post (England)
- Article date:
- February 25, 2004
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Byline: Clive Platman
Jean-Baptiste Lecaillon looked immaculate in his sharp dark grey suit, crisp blue shirt and burgundy tie. Still only 36, his youthful appearance gave the impression of a dynamic business executive, rather than his true occupation, chief cellarmaster at Louis Roederer.
Regarded by connoisseurs as one of the great Champagne houses, I was therefore fortunate to be granted an interview at the Decanter Fine Wine Encounter. In a private tutorial, JeanBaptiste was able to give me an insight and demonstration as to why their wine is so highly ...