Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs 2012

AR Lenoble's Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs 2012 comes from a single cru, a single terroir and a single year: pure Chardonnay from Chouilly, a grand cru site on the Côte des Blancs. 25% of the wine matures in oak barrels, gaining texture and character. The dosage is very low at 2 g/l, so origin and vintage stay clearly in the foreground.

In the glass the champagne is rich yet airy, and very pure. It is drinking well already, best at 11 to 12 °C in a wide white wine glass, for instance as an aperitif. It can just as easily rest in the cellar for a few years, as its ageing potential is considerable. The champagne comes in a gift box, which is included in the price.