Agrapart
Champagne Extra Brut Les 7 Crus
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 90% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | On the lees for a period of 24 to 36 months. The riddling was done manually. The disgorgement date is at least 60 days before commercial release and is indicated on the back label. |
- Grand Cru Origin: grapes sourced from 62 plots in Avize, on the chalky soils of the Côte des Blancs
- Composition and style: 90% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Noir; Champagne Extra Brut AOC, 12% vol
- Traditional method: manual riddling, bottled without filtration or fining
- Ageing on the lees: 24-36 months, with disgorgement at least 60 days before sale
- Characteristics and pairings: mineral and toasted notes, apple and plum; ideal with shellfish and sushi
Description
What kind of wine it is
Champagne Extra Brut Les 7 Crus is a refined sparkling wine produced by Agrapart, created from a harmonious blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Crafted using the Traditional Method, it stands out for its bright straw-yellow colour. The bouquet offers intense mineral notes, enriched with toasted and spicy hints over a background of apple and plum. On the palate, it reveals a vibrant progression, dominated by a pronounced savouriness and remarkable freshness, making it ideal to accompany shellfish, sushi, and fried fish dishes.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from Avize, in the heart of the Côte des Blancs. The vineyards are divided into sixty-two plots located within Grand Cru villages, where the vines sink their roots into characteristic chalky soils. This geological matrix is the source of the wine's unmistakable mineral tension. The vines, managed through a careful organic approach, have an average age of thirty-five years, ensuring greater depth and intensity. The Agrapart winery cultivates these historic vineyards, offering an authentic snapshot of the region.
How it is produced
The process strictly follows the rules of the Traditional Method, starting with vinification that includes complete malolactic fermentation. To preserve the integrity of the fruit, the wine is prepared for the prise de mousse without fining or filtration. Ageing requires a period on the lees of between twenty-four and thirty-six months, the time needed to enhance structural complexity. The process involves meticulous manual riddling, followed by disgorgement and a minimum rest of sixty days before release to the market.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1894 in Avize, the Agrapart maison produces the elegant Champagne Extra Brut Les 7 Crus, made from thirty-five-year-old vines grown on prized chalky soils. Aged on the lees and subjected to the traditional manual remuage, this exclusive Champagne is bottled without filtration to preserve its absolute purity. Awarded 94 points by James Suckling, it embodies the true essence of the Côte des Blancs, offering the palate incredible freshness and an unforgettable sensory experience.
Awards
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92/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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94/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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92/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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91/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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91/100
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Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1894
This geographical situation, in the heart of Champagne and in the villages classified as "Grand Cru" is exceptional. The chalky soil, specific to the Côte des Blancs, creates the ideal conditions for the Chardonnay vineyard and brings freshness and elegance to the wine. Composed of 62 plots (some are over 60 years old), the average age of the Agrapart vineyards is around 35 years. Read more
| Name | Agrapart & Fils Champagne Extra Brut Les 7 Crus |
|---|---|
| Type | White green classic method sparkling wine extra brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 90% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Agrapart |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1894 in Avize, the Agrapart maison produces the elegant Champagne Extra Brut Les 7 Crus, made from thirty-five-year-old vines grown on prized chalky soils. Aged on the lees and subjected to the traditional manual remuage, this exclusive Champagne is bottled without filtration to preserve its absolute purity. Awarded 94 points by James Suckling, it embodies the true essence of the Côte des Blancs, offering the palate incredible freshness and an unforgettable sensory experience. |
| Origin | Avize (Côtes des Blancs), France |
| Soil composition | Chalky soils |
| Production technique | Traditional method (manual riddling, bottled without filtration or fining) |
| Wine making | Complete malolactic fermentation. Bottled without filtration or fining. |
| Aging | On the lees for a period of 24 to 36 months. The riddling was done manually. The disgorgement date is at least 60 days before commercial release and is indicated on the back label. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |