Philipponnat Grand Blanc Extra-Brut Vintage 2014
A blend of Chardonnay from the best chalk terroirs in the Champagne winegrowing region
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Product Code FR-009014
CRAFTING
the blend
100% Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs First press juice from exclusively Premier and Grand Cru plots.
vinification
Vinified using traditional methods to avoid premature oxidation. Partial malolactic fermentation for the wines in vats and vinification without malolactic fermentation for the wines in wooden barrels. An elegant wine that preserves a balance between freshness, floral aromas and vinosity. Extra brut dosage (4.25 g/litre) to preserve its original purity and distinction.
ageing
Aged for six to eight years to develop greater complexity and highlight the secondary and tertiary aromas which are the hallmark of extended lees aging in the bottle, also referred to as second fermentation or “prise de mousse”.
TASTING
to the eye
Light gold in colour, delicate creamy froth.
with the nose
Open, expressive nose in which delicate aromas of white flowers mingle with with notes of bergamot.
with the mouth
Fresh and expressive, with citrus notes again in evidence along with tropical flavours of passion fruit. The finish is mineral and elegant.