Pol Roger
Champagne Brut Réserve Magnum
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Reserve Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 1,50 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Aged for at least three years in the cellars of Pol Roger in Épernay; matured on the lees in the cellar for 4–5 years |
- Blend composition: 33% Chardonnay, 33% Pinot Noir, 33% Pinot Meunier
- Production method: bottle refermentation and ageing on the lees for 4–5 years
- Aromas: pear, mango, white flowers, brioche with toasted and vanilla notes
- Taste profile: creamy and silky, fresh minerality, harmonious and persistent finish
- Magnum 1.5 L format: fine and continuous perlage; serving temperature 6–10°C, ideal for special occasions
Description
What kind of wine it is
Pol Roger Brut Reserve Champagne Magnum is a renowned French sparkling wine. This blend combines Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier from around thirty different crus. Produced strictly according to the Traditional Method, it displays a straw-yellow colour enlivened by a fine and continuous perlage. On the nose, it offers clear aromas of pear, mango, white flowers and brioche. On the palate, it stands out for its creamy texture, well balanced by a fresh minerality and elegant notes of acacia honey, finishing with a harmonious and persistent aftertaste.
Where it comes from
This Champagne is crafted in Épernay, home to the historic Pol Roger cellars founded in 1849. The grapes come from highly prized vineyards, allowing for a consistent aromatic profile through the blending of different plots. This cuvée embodies the authentic style of the Maison, which has historically been the preferred choice of Winston Churchill and the British Royal Family. Careful management of the land ensures a perfect balance between structure and elegance, fully expressing the deep vocation of the surrounding wine-growing landscape.
How it is produced
The fermentation process takes place in separate tanks according to origin, a fundamental technique for preserving the primary aromas of the grapes. After malolactic fermentation, the wine undergoes a special clarification at 8°C. The blend incorporates musts with reserve wines to guarantee the Maison’s consistent taste profile. The prise de mousse, following the rules of the Traditional Method, requires a long maturation on the lees in the deep underground cellars, lasting up to five years. The cycle concludes with a Brut dosage, ensuring dynamism and freshness.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1849 in Épernay, the iconic Maison Pol Roger has passed down unparalleled winemaking expertise through generations. Renowned as the Champagne of choice for Sir Winston Churchill and the British Royal Family, this cuvée is born from a careful selection of thirty crus. The prestigious Magnum format contains a blend designed to preserve the historic style of the Maison, enhanced by a special clarification at 8°C. A masterpiece of elegance, capable of bestowing a noble and timeless charm on every grand celebration.
Awards
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91/100
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92/100
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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92/100
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Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1849
- Bottles produced: 1.300.000
It is also a source of infinite pleasure. Pol roger Champagne has a soul, created by the union of a family's spirit and the character of a vineyard. The winery and the cellars are located on the celebrated and noble avenue de Champane in Espernay, the very place where the heart of champagne beats. The purity and the nobility of the Pol roger Champagne is also the fruit of the know-how, passed down from generation to generation.
From the harvest in the region's best vineyards, to the painstaking work in the cellar, each gesture has its own importance. Read more
| Name | Pol Roger Champagne Brut Reserve Magnum |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 1,50 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Pol Roger |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1849 in Épernay, the iconic Maison Pol Roger has passed down unparalleled winemaking expertise through generations. Renowned as the Champagne of choice for Sir Winston Churchill and the British Royal Family, this cuvée is born from a careful selection of thirty crus. The prestigious Magnum format contains a blend designed to preserve the historic style of the Maison, enhanced by a special clarification at 8°C. A masterpiece of elegance, capable of bestowing a noble and timeless charm on every grand celebration. |
| Origin | Épernay, France |
| Production technique | Traditional method |
| Wine making | Fermentation of the wines in separate tanks according to origin to preserve the primary aromas; malolactic fermentation carried out; clarification at 8°C; blending of over 30 base wines from around 30 crus and at least two vintages, with about 25% reserve wines; secondary fermentation in bottle (traditional method) and ageing on the lees in the cellar for 4–5 years (at least 3 years); Brut dosage (6–12 g/L). |
| Aging | Aged for at least three years in the cellars of Pol Roger in Épernay; matured on the lees in the cellar for 4–5 years |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |