Non-vintage #1 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Calories (estimated) 105 kcal / glass
150ml glass105 kcal
750ml bottle525 kcal
Grape Varieties 40% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir, 20% Meunier
Classification Brut Nature
Region Champagne
Fermentation Vessels Stainless-steel tanks, oak casks, and bottle for the second fermentation and lees-aged 2004 component
Disgorgement Date 2022
Base Wine Years 2000, 2004, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2012, 2013
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Details The 2013 base component was matured in stainless steel; the 2012, 2010, 2008, 2006 and 2000 components were matured separately in oak casks for approximately one year; and the 2004 component was matured on lees following a second fermentation in bottle. After assembly, the cuvée received eight years of maturation in the house’s cellars. Recommended serving temperature is 8–10°C.
Tasting Notes Deep, bright yellow; licorice root, mocha, toast, madeleine, fresh hazelnut, vanilla, dried fig and mirabelle plum; generous, serene palate with aromatic sweetness, creamy delicate effervescence, freshness, bitters, smoke and licorice
Food Pairing Fresh, minimally complicated preparations featuring umami or matured ingredients, delicate spices such as nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla or cumin, reduced juices, naturally salty seafood, and smoke or gentle/long cooking; avoid very hot spices, vinegar-driven acidity, sweetness and excess fat
Producer Information
Website
Address
20 avenue de Champagne, BP 140, 51333 Epernay Cedex, France
Phone
+33 3 26 51 20 00
Owner
LVMH
Cellarmaster
Benoit Gouez