Magnum Minéral 2015 Extra-Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru

Minéral 2015 is an extra brut blanc de blancs made from Chardonnay vines around 40 years old in Avize and Cramant, two grand cru villages of the Côte des Blancs. Half of the production is aged in oak barrels. As a vintage cuvée, it shows the diversity of the Avize terroir. The wine ages for five years and is riddled by hand. As the name promises, the chalky character takes centre stage. An inner label in every magnum gives the tirage and disgorgement dates.

The large format ages more slowly and suits evenings shared with friends. Serve it at 8 to 10 °C in a white wine glass with a wide bowl. It pairs well with oysters, scallops, sushi or pan-fried sea bass. A mature Comté is also a good choice, as it echoes the structure of the wine.