Initiale Noir & Blanc
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The perfect Marriage
With an equal blend of firstpressed juice from black and white grapes this champagne captures the characteristic aromas of each of the 2 varietals to create a wine as balanced as it is rich. After resting for 3 years in the peace and quiet of the cellars, this champagne reveals a delicate acidity on the palate wrapped around with a soft fruitiness that is perfect as an aperitif on each and every occasion.
Description
A blend of wines from our finest vintages. A discreet and delicate bouquet of white flowers with a delightful mineral freshness and rich aromas of ripe fruits : vine peach, citrus, apricot and mandarin...
Origin : A.O.C. Champagne : Hand Picking.
Grape varieties : 50% Pinot Noir, 50% Chardonnay. Yield per hectare : 10 000 kg/ha.
Terroir : Chalky sopes overlayed with clay and limestone. Average age of the vineyard :35 years.
Total acidity : 6,3 g/l
Total sugars & PH : 9 g/l & 2,98
Finished alc. : 12 %
Vinification : Selection from a large palette of different crus, using exclusively the « cuvée » the first juice of grapes. Fermentation in temperature controlled stainless steel vats. No malolactic fermentation. 20% of reserve wine blended, wines are stabilised using cold temperature and lightly filtered, before being bottled and aged "on lattes" 36 months.Traditional manual disgorging.
Pairing : This is a fine and balanced champagne, ideal as an aperitif and to celebrate any occasion !
Tasting Note :
- Guide Hachette 2017
- Silver Medal Vignerons Indépendants 2015
- Silver Medal Concours Mondial Bruxelles 2014
- Gold Medal Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2013
- Silver Medal Decanter World Wine Awards 2013