Shipping: 6.9 GBP
Brand: Philipponnat
Category: Alcoholic Beverages
When you think of Maison Philipponnat, you inevitably end up imagining a bottle of this Cuvée Royale Réserve Brut, which probably represents the best expression of the Maison. An important and prized Champagne, it is made from grapes of which about two thirds come from vineyards classified Grand Cru and Premier Cru in the villages of Ay and Mareuil-sur-Ay. A particularity concerns the use of reserve wines, those jealously preserved in the cellar to be used in the blending of new sparkling wines. In this case, the assembly of the Cuvée Royale Réserve foresees the use of about 20-30% of wines preserved according to the tradition of the Maison in wooden barrels using the Solera method. This, together with the slow maturation of three years on the lees before dégorgement, ensures that the wine is complex and profound. The dosage, as indicated on the label, is Brut, with about 8 grams of sugar per litre. This makes this Champagne an extremely versatile wine suitable for a thousand occasions. Perfect with classic fish, it has enough substance and character to also stand up to a pairing with meat dishes, such as roast veal or rabbit with herbs. In the glass it is a lovely bright golden yellow colour with amber highlights. The nose reveals clear hints of aromatic herbs, such as lime and thyme, as well as brioche and hazelnut. With the passing of the seconds, then a clear reference to citrus and honey emerges. On the palate, however, one discovers a wine with good body and balanced freshness. The finish is long and mineral. Decidedly pleasant.
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