Avize Grand Cru combine complexity and amplitude. The vines are located in the heart of Côte des Blancs terroir.
Story
The story
It characterizes and magnifies the Grand Cru d’Avize terroir.
Location
Altitude : 150m
Exposition : South-East
Exposition : South-East
Terroir
Origin of Grapes : 100% Avize Grand Cru Côte des Blancs
Growing Area : Coeur de Terroir (Avize)
Vines Age : 20 years
Soils type : Outcropping Chalk
Growing Area : Coeur de Terroir (Avize)
Vines Age : 20 years
Soils type : Outcropping Chalk
In the vineyard
Method : Sustainable Viticulture
100% Hand-Harvested
100% Hand-Harvested
Vinification
Pressure : Fractional (prunings are separated from the rest and eliminated)
Fermentation : In stainless steel vats
Reserve Wines : 23%
Bottling : March 2016
Fermentation : In stainless steel vats
Reserve Wines : 23%
Bottling : March 2016
Ageing
Ageing on laths : at least 42 months
Disgorgement : 09/11/2020
Disgorgement : 09/11/2020
Varietals
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content: 12,50 ABV
Residual Sugar: 4 g/l
Advice
Serving
Drinking window : To drink within three years
Service temperature : 8°C (46°F)
Service temperature : 8°C (46°F)
Tasting notes
This delicate champagne with a pale gold hue reveals a complex nose where orange zest and white flowers balance harmoniously. Fresh and delicate on the palate with citrus and chalky notes. The finish is tinged with a beautiful salinity.
Food and wine pairings
Sole Meunière, Pike cooked with Champagne, Pan-fried scallops, Veal with mushrooms sauce
