Cuvée Charles VII Blanc de Noirs

This blanc de noirs from the Charles VII range is a champagne with weight. It is made exclusively from the red varieties of the Montagne de Reims: 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Meunier, mostly from grand cru and premier cru villages. After around four years of ageing in the Canard-Duchêne cellars, the nose shows a complex, powerful picture with spicy notes and stewed fruit.

The palate carries this on: compote, candied fruit, a warm, intense character that nonetheless stays balanced. Choose a slightly higher serving temperature of 10 to 12 °C and a large white wine glass so the spice can unfold. It pairs best with meat in a sauce, such as sweetbreads or braised poultry. If you think of champagne more as a partner for food than as an aperitif, this is a strong companion.