Blanc de Blancs 2006

The Blanc de Blancs 2006 from Castelnau is made from 100% Chardonnay. The grapes come from the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims, two areas with very different characters. The 2006 vintage produced generous Chardonnays, and twelve years of ageing in the cellar have given this wine depth and finesse.

The nose is deep and expressive. On the palate, fruit and blossom combine with citrus notes, crystalline freshness meeting richness. Serve it at 10 to 12 °C, not too cold, in a white wine glass so it can open up. The house recommends it with scallops, and that is a sound choice: the delicate sweetness of the shellfish meets the citrus freshness of the wine. For lovers of mature Chardonnay champagne, this vintage is well worth seeking out.