Champagne Drappier Blanc De Blancs Extra Brut 3469380630516
Description
As its name indicates, this white Champagne is made exclusively from white grapes, in point of fact from Chardonnay. Nevertheless, an original feature of the Drappier House, a splash of Pinot Blanc, called “Blanc Vrai” in Champagne, is sometimes added to the cuvée in order to increase its complexity and roundness.
Vinification: Chardonnay 95%, Blanc Vrai 5%
Limestone and chalk Jurassic Kimmeridgian
A sustainable and organic ethos
Mechanical low-pressure presses
Only first press
Use of gravity
Natural settling
Tasting notes:
The nose brings to mind white peach and pear but also more floral notes such as peony. On the palate a mineral Champagne, lightly biscuity, creamy, supple, seductive.
Malolactic fermentation
No filtering, 5% of the wines are matured in barrels 36 months on the lees
Very low sulphites
Chardonnay liqueur aged in oak
Dosage: 6,5 g/l
Service Suggestions: Ideal as an aperitif. At the table it goes superbly with white meats, chilled smoked salmon with citrus fruits, tagliatelle with scallops. Serve at 7°c.
