
Philipponnat Grand Blanc Extra Brut 2016
Grand Blanc presents an opportunity to discover the house style through the lens of pure Chardonnay from the best chalk terroirs of Champagne and crafted from 100% first press must. The grapes are sourced from Grand and Premier crus Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, Vertus, Trépail and Verzenay. 2016 was initially marked by significant rain and frost, but finished with warm, sunny conditions, which gave wines of great freshness, delicacy and minerality.
TASTING NOTES
On the nose: Aromas of ripe Mirabelle plum, apricots, wildflowers and honey.
On the palate: A delicate, refreshing and lengthy palate of citrus, mineral and cream character.
PAIRING
Enjoy as an apéritif or with quiche and a variety of seafood including butter-poached lobster, fried calamari, ceviche, crab-avocado salad and oysters.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Varietals: 100% Chardonnay
Appellation: Grand & Premier Crus: Mesnil sur Oger, Oger, Vertus, Trépail, Grauves
Aging: 6+ years