Cuvée 3A ( Avize, Aÿ, Ambonnay )

The Cuvée 3A takes its name from three grands crus: Avize, Aÿ and Ambonnay. 50% Chardonnay from Avize meets 25% Pinot Noir each from Aÿ and from Ambonnay. Fine, old vines are used. In this way the cuvée combines the delicacy of Chardonnay with the power of Pinot Noir. Here it comes in magnum, a format that usually lets champagne mature more slowly and evenly.

On the nose you find pineapple, lemon and raspberry. On the palate the champagne is rich and plays on the contrast of power and finesse, and the finish is fresh and long. Serve it at 10 to 12 °C in a large white wine glass. It goes well with rich fish dishes such as tuna, salmon or scallops. It is delicious already, but it has great ageing potential.