Collet
Champagne Esprit Couture 2015
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Premier Crus Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | Chardonnay, Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Minimum 7 years in centuries-old cellars |
- Style and vintage: Classic method sparkling wine, vintage 2015, 0.75 l bottle, 12.5% vol
- Grape varieties: Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in balance, citrus freshness and elegant structure
- Ageing: At least 7 years of maturation in historic cellars for complex aromas
- Aromas and taste: notes of butter, hazelnut, lime, apricot, biscuit and silky chalky minerality
- Scores: 96 points from James Suckling, 91 from Vinous, 90 from Decanter
Description
What kind of wine it is
Collet Champagne Esprit Couture Brut is a refined Traditional Method sparkling wine that harmoniously blends Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. On the nose, this Champagne reveals aromas of butter, toasted hazelnut, lime and verbena, followed by hints of apricot, blackcurrant, biscuit, nougat and toasted bread. On the palate, it offers a smooth and fruity profile, balanced by lively citrus acidity. The pronounced chalky minerality imparts a clear savouriness, leading to a silky and enveloping finish, perfect when paired with roast poultry or white fish.
Where it comes from
This Champagne originates from Aÿ, a renowned Grand Cru village that is home to the Collet winery. Founded in 1921, the company operates as a group of independent winegrowers, maintaining a strict artisanal approach. The identity of this wine is deeply linked to the diversity of the selected terroirs, an essential element that brings richness and expressive breadth. In the glass, the vocation of the soil is evident through a distinct savoury imprint, giving the wine a dry and well-structured character.
How it is produced
Production follows the Traditional Method, involving careful secondary fermentation in the bottle in line with the Brut style. A crucial stage in defining the wine is the ageing process, which lasts for a minimum of seven years in century-old cellars. This patient maturation encourages the development of remarkable aromatic complexity and ensures a fine tactile texture. The process skilfully combines the original freshness with delicate pastry notes, finishing the sip in a clean and perfectly defined manner.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1921 in Aÿ, a prestigious Grand Cru village, Maison Collet embodies the true vocation of independent winegrowers. Conceived as a refined haute couture creation, this cuvée matures for at least 7 years in centuries-old cellars, developing sublime complexity and richness. A luxurious expression of the diversity of the finest terroirs, the 2015 vintage boasts exceptional ageing potential and was celebrated with 96 points from James Suckling, establishing itself as an unrivalled masterpiece of style and elegance.
Awards
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2015
96/100
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.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1921
For the first time in the history of Champagne, a group of winegrowers joined forces to produce their own champagne. Raoul Collet, director of the Maison for thirty years and spokesperson for the winegrowers and their commitment to the recognition of their terroir and their know-how, gave his name to the brand. Read more
| Name | Collet Champagne Esprit Couture Brut 2015 |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Chardonnay, Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Collet |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1921 in Aÿ, a prestigious Grand Cru village, Maison Collet embodies the true vocation of independent winegrowers. Conceived as a refined haute couture creation, this cuvée matures for at least 7 years in centuries-old cellars, developing sublime complexity and richness. A luxurious expression of the diversity of the finest terroirs, the 2015 vintage boasts exceptional ageing potential and was celebrated with 96 points from James Suckling, establishing itself as an unrivalled masterpiece of style and elegance. |
| Origin | Aÿ, Champagne, France |
| Production technique | Traditional method |
| Wine making | Traditional method; minimum 7 years ageing in centuries-old cellars. |
| Aging | Minimum 7 years in centuries-old cellars |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |