Catherine Ronseaux
Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Cramant 2015
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Long ageing on the lees (about 74 months in the cellar), with disgorgement in April 2021. |
- Grand Cru Origin: Cramant in the Côte des Blancs, chalky soil with pronounced minerality
- Grapes and vintage: 100% Chardonnay, 2015 harvest, 0.75 l bottle, 12% vol
- Traditional method: Brut, second fermentation in the bottle and 74 months ageing on the lees
- Tasting notes: golden straw yellow colour, fine perlage, fruity and citrus notes
- On the palate and pairings: fresh and lively taste; recommended with fish and shellfish, serve at 6-8 °C
Description
What kind of wine is it
The Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs from Cramant by Catherine Ronseaux expresses the authentic soul that defines Chardonnay. Crafted according to the principles of the Traditional Method, this Brut sparkling wine displays a bright straw yellow colour with golden highlights. A fine and persistent perlage precedes a bouquet characterised by fruity notes, fresh citrus and a pronounced mineral trace. On the palate, it is lively and crisp, with a clean sip ideal for accompanying raw fish, shellfish and delicate starters.
Where does it come from
The grapes originate from the renowned commune of Cramant, in the heart of the Côte des Blancs, within the Champagne region, in an area classified as Grand Cru. The vineyards are sheltered from cold winds thanks to the shape of the Butte de Saran, which encourages perfect ripening. The terroir is marked by deep chalk outcrops, a geological peculiarity that gives the wine an extraordinary mineral character, expressed in a linear profile enriched with floral nuances and exotic notes.
How is it produced
Production takes place using the Traditional Method, with a slow and careful secondary fermentation in the bottle. The base wine undergoes a lengthy maturation in contact with the lees, an essential phase to impart structure and a precise definition to the palate texture. This maturation period enhances the aromatic complexity while preserving the typical liveliness of Chardonnay. The Brut dosage seals the balance of the cuvée, offering a dynamic and profound sip, destined to evolve gracefully over the years.
History and Curiosities
The Millesimato 2015 Catherine Ronseaux is a captivating Champagne Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru from Cramant. Sheltered by the Butte de Saran, this pure Chardonnay draws a refined minerality from the deep local chalk outcrops. The excellence of this Brut is expressed through the traditional method, enhanced by an exceptional maturation on the lees for around 74 months. This precious rarity offers a lively freshness on the palate and boasts extraordinary longevity, allowing it to evolve magnificently over the next ten years.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Catherine Ronseaux is based in Cramant. This small but charming village is nestled in the heart of the Côte de Blancs. Cramant enjoys a unique microclimate: in fact, Butte de Saran protects it from winds and very cold temperatures. The wines produced in this unique terroir are balanced with floral notes with exotic traits. The vineyards are sunlit most of the day and it is here, where the chalk outcrops, that the Chardonnay finds the ideal conditions to give its best. Read more
| Name | Catherine Ronseaux Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs A Cramant 2015 |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Catherine Ronseaux |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Millesimato 2015 Catherine Ronseaux is a captivating Champagne Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru from Cramant. Sheltered by the Butte de Saran, this pure Chardonnay draws a refined minerality from the deep local chalk outcrops. The excellence of this Brut is expressed through the traditional method, enhanced by an exceptional maturation on the lees for around 74 months. This precious rarity offers a lively freshness on the palate and boasts extraordinary longevity, allowing it to evolve magnificently over the next ten years. |
| Origin | Cramant, Côte des Blancs, Champagne, France |
| Soil composition | Gypsum outcrops |
| Fermentation | Approximately 74 months in the cellar |
| Production technique | Classic method (traditional method) with long ageing on the lees |
| Wine making | Classic method (traditional method) with extended ageing on the lees (approximately 74 months in the cellar) and disgorgement in April 2021. |
| Aging | Long ageing on the lees (about 74 months in the cellar), with disgorgement in April 2021. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |