Champagne
Champagne is the most famous sparkling wine in the world and the name of the wine region it comes from. The excellence of the productions, its exclusive character and the allure it has acquired over time make it an absolute model for all bubbles. Located at a north latitude of 49°, the Champagne region lies at the northern edge of the vine growing areas, with average temperatures below those of any other French wine region. In this type of climate, the grapes do not reach the optimal ripeness for a traditional vinification but give their best following the second fermentation in the bottle characteristic of the Champenoise sparkling method, known in Italy as the Metodo Classico. The varieties that compose it are generally pinot noir, pinot meunier and chardonnay but the varieties pinot blanc, pinot gris, petit meslier and arbane are also allowed in small quantities. The choice of the main grape varieties to be used for the production of champagne depends solely on their ability to adapt to this terroir and on the important results they are able to guarantee, among the few varieties able to settle in such a cold and humid climate. Each of them makes its own contribution in terms of quality and characteristics: the pinot noir structure and aromas of black fruits, the pinot meunier acidity and fruit, the Chardonnay elegance and finesse, but also a perfect creaminess. Champagnes differ from each other in color, degree of sweetness, grape variety or in the fact that they are produced from a single vintage, in the case of vintage, or from several vintages, for champagne sans année. We can speak of Champagne Blanc de Noirs if obtained only from black berried grapes, Blanc de Blancs if only from white berried grapes. Champagne Rosé owes its rosé color from the blend of red wine and white wine that make up its cuvée. The Champagne Grand Cru and Premier Cru are those produced in the best and most prestigious vineyards of the region. However, the name of the maison, producer, is what determines the greater or lesser reputation. The particular soil also contributes to determining the exclusivity of these bubbles, with a chalky structure with a much finer grain than the calcareous soils of other French wine-growing regions and porous. This particular conformation makes the minerals more easily absorbed by the roots and provides excellent drainage. This permeability allows access to water resources far below, favoring strong root development and ensuring a continuous water supply. Even within this relatively coherent and constant terroir, there are variations in terroir and climate that make the different areas more suited to the needs of the three main grape varieties. La Côte des Blancs, aptly named Côte des Blancs - and in particular the Côte de Sezanne - is where the best chardonnay sites are found, while the Montagne de Reims and Vallee de la Marne are ideal for pinot noir and pinot meunier.
Champagne AOC Brut Grand Cru L'Intemporelle Millesime 2017 Mailly
The Vintage Champagne L'Intemporelle is produced by the Mailly maison, whose foundation dates back to 1929 and which represents one of the oldest cooperatives in the Champagne region. In its beginnings, the cooperative, made up of 24 winemakers, did not have its own cellar, which was therefore dug under the guidance of its president and engineer, Gabriel Simon. Under his leadership, the winemakers dug an underground space of 15 meters, 19 meters deep, with shovels and picks in two years.
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View product pageChampagne Brut AOC Rosé 2017 Louis Roederer
The Rosé by Louis Roederer is a refined Champagne, made from grapes sourced from the estate vineyards located in the crus of Cumières and Chouilly. The grapes used are Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, reflecting the perfect balance between structure and freshness.
This Champagne is produced with a long and delicate infusion of Pinot Noir, which allows for the extraction of ripe juice while preserving its saline freshness. During the process, Chardonnay juices are added to the Pinot Noir to ferment toge...
View product pageChampagne AOC Extra Brut Blanc de Noirs Instantanée 2017 Huré Frères
The Champagne Instantanée Blanc de Noirs by Huré Frères is the result of a blend of vines coming from the terroirs of Ludes, Villedommange, Rilly La Montagne and Brouillet. These soils, characterized by deep layers of chalk covered by clay, are ideal for growing high-quality grapes, giving the wine complexity and structure.
This champagne ages on the lees for six years in the cellar, a period of refinement that allows it to develop aromatic depth and complexity.
On the nose, it presents a fine and...
View product pageChampagne AOC Brut Blanc de Blancs 2017 Louis Roederer
The Blanc de Blancs by Louis Roederer is an exclusive Champagne made from 100% Chardonnay grapes grown in the vineyard "La Côte", located in the Avize cru. The dry and sunny conditions during the harvest favored the full ripening of the grapes, giving the wine a classic, chiseled, and saline style, representative of the great Chardonnays of Avize.
This Champagne is made with 28% of wines aged in wood, without malolactic fermentation, to preserve freshness and structure. This Blanc de Blancs 2016 ...
View product pageChampagne AOC Grand Cru Brut Le Village 2017 Secondé-Simon
The Champagne Cuvée Grand Cru Brut Le Village is produced by the Maison Secondé-Simon. The maison is located in Ambonnay, in the Montagne de Reims and manages 6 hectares of vineyards.
Champagne is made exclusively from Pinot Noir. After being vinified, the wine is made into sparkling wine according to the Champenoise method, with 9 years of aging on the lees.
Straw yellow in color with golden hues and a fine and persistent perlage. The nose reveals aromas of peach, quince, licorice and spices. The...
View product pageChampagne AOC Extra Brut Les Voirmissa 2017 Minière F&R
The Champagne Les Voirmissa by Minière F&R is a blend of Pinot Noir and Meunier in equal parts, coming from old vines over 50 years old in the Montagne de Reims. The Minière winery, founded in 1919, has a long winemaking tradition, with a deep respect for the terroir and the surrounding nature, which is reflected in the quality of their grapes.
The vinification takes place in wooden barrels, with aging on the yeasts for six years. This process gives the wine a complex structure and extraordinary ...
View product pageChampagne AOC Brut Nature Les Moineaux 2017 Minière F&R
The Champagne Les Moineaux by Minière F&R is a Blanc de Blancs obtained from 100% Chardonnay grapes, coming from the Lieu-Dit of the same name in the Montagne de Reims. The vines, over 50 years old, are cultivated with great respect for nature, reflecting the traditional approach of the Minière winery, founded in 1919 and located near Hermonville.
The vinification takes place in wooden barrels, with aging on the yeasts for five years. This process gives the wine a complex structure and remarkable...
View product pageChampagne AOC Extra Brut Blanc de Noirs La Vigne à Alfred 2017 Minière F&R
Champagne Minière F&R La Vigne à Alfred is a prestigious Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut from the Champagne region, France. This wine is produced exclusively from Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, coming from old, non-grafted vineyards, located in the best terroirs of the area. The name "La Vigne à Alfred" pays homage to the tradition and history of the Minière family.
Winemaking takes place in oak barrels, with prolonged aging on the yeasts to add complexity and depth. The process excludes malolactic ferm...
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