Pol Roger
Champagne Brut Réserve
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Reserve Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Aged for at least 3-4 years in the cellars of the maison in Épernay; matured in tanks; rested on the lees for at least 3 months before being released for sale. |
- Composition and style: Pinot Noir, Meunier and Chardonnay balanced between power and finesse
- Traditional method: second fermentation in the bottle, manual riddling and clarification at 8°C
- Cellar maturation: 3-4 years in Épernay, in underground cellars 33 metres deep
- Aromatic characteristics: pear and mango, jasmine, vanilla and brioche; fine and persistent bubbles
- Temperature and pairings: 6–10°C; suitable as an aperitif, with fish, shellfish and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Pol Roger Brut Réserve Champagne is a refined wine produced using the Traditional Method, created from a blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay grapes. In the glass, it displays a straw yellow colour with golden highlights and a fine, persistent perlage. The bouquet combines notes of pear, mango, jasmine, vanilla and brioche. On the palate, it offers a bold and dynamic attack, revealing a pleasant creamy texture. It releases aromas of quince, acacia honey and candied citrus, fading into a slightly spicy finish, ideal for accompanying an entire meal.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in France, in the heart of Champagne, centred around the historic cellars of Épernay. The blend is the result of exceptional terroirs: the Chardonnay is harvested between Épernay and the Côte des Blancs, the Pinot Meunier from the Vallée de la Marne and Épernay, while the Pinot Noir comes from the Montagne de Reims. This geographical synergy allows Pol Roger to shape a clear and consistent character, skilfully combining power and finesse, for a faithful interpretation of the region’s most prestigious soils.
How it is produced
The process begins in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, where the cuvées are vinified separately to preserve the primary aromas. After malolactic fermentation, the wine undergoes secondary fermentation in the bottle according to the Traditional Method, maturing on the lees for an extended period in the underground cellars. The process includes a specific cold clarification and careful manual riddling. The addition of the Brut dosage completes the production cycle, defining a fresh and distinctly persistent flavour balance.
History and Curiosities
Founded in Épernay in 1849, the renowned house Pol Roger produces this elegant Brut Réserve to preserve a distinctive and consistent style over time. The exceptional quality is expressed through an exclusive clarification at 8°C and meticulous manual remuage, followed by an evocative maturation in underground cellars 33 metres deep. This prestigious Champagne AOC, praised by the most important international guides with scores of excellence, encapsulates in every glass the pure essence of family tradition.
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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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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93/100
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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 |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 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 Épernay in 1849, the renowned house Pol Roger produces this elegant Brut Réserve to preserve a distinctive and consistent style over time. The exceptional quality is expressed through an exclusive clarification at 8°C and meticulous manual remuage, followed by an evocative maturation in underground cellars 33 metres deep. This prestigious Champagne AOC, praised by the most important international guides with scores of excellence, encapsulates in every glass the pure essence of family tradition. |
| Origin | Épernay, Côte des Blancs, Vallée de la Marne, Montagne de Reims (Champagne, France) |
| Fermentation | Rest on the lees for at least 3 months |
| Production technique | Traditional method (Classic Method) |
| Wine making | Primary fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature, with malolactic fermentation; the cuvées are vinified separately according to their origin to preserve the primary aromas. Secondary fermentation in bottle and maturation in cellars at a depth of 33 metres; ageing on the lees for at least 3 months before disgorgement and dosage. Clarification at 8°C; traditional manual riddling of each bottle before disgorgement. |
| Aging | Aged for at least 3-4 years in the cellars of the maison in Épernay; matured in tanks; rested on the lees for at least 3 months before being released for sale. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |