Cuvée Charlemagne Blanc de Blancs Brut

Single vineyard Chardonnay from the less than 1ha Grand Cru plot Les Coulmets in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. Vine age ranges from 47-62 years. Vinified in temperature-controlled vats with 3-4 years of age in the cellar on lees. A dosage no more than 6g per litre.

Tasting Note: 2012 - A complex bouquet of dried fruit (fig and raisins,) and candied fruit (orange and pineapple,) with hints of chalk mineral. A palate with depth and richness with youthful fruit and hints of mineral on the finish.

2013 - Aromas of grapefruit, pear, ripe apple, lemon with hints of baked bread, fresh yeast, spiced nuts, chalk mineral on the nose. Rich and round on the palate, ripe orchard fruit with brioche & spice, fresh acidity, very elegant and finessed, a long mineral finish 

2014 - Aromas of ripe apple, peach, lemon with pastry dough, chalk mineral, honey on the nose. Rich, lush, and supple on the palate, creamed citrus & orchard fruit, creamy mousse, fresh acidity, refined and finessed with hints of chalk mineral and fruit on the long finish.

Producer: Champagne Guy Charlemagne

Region: Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Côte Des Blancs

Case Format: 6 x 750ml

Type: Champagne / Sparkling

Blend: Chardonnay

Vintage: 2012, 2013, 2014

BC SKU: +260901 (2012, 6 x 750ml), +351551 (2014, 6 x 750ml)

AB SKU: +777596 (2013, 6 x 750ml))

Available In: BC, AB