Pouillon
Champagne 1er Cru Les Blanchiens Brut Nature 2018
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Premier Crus Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | 12 months in oak barrels; resting on the lees in stacks for about five years; extended maturation in bottle before release to the market. |
- Cuvée and rating: Les Blanchiens 2018 Premier Cru rated 93 points by Robert Parker
- Grape variety: 50% Chardonnay and 50% Pinot Noir from a single vineyard in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ
- Brut Nature: no dosage and no residual sugars, dry and precise taste
- Ageing: 12 months in oak barrels followed by around 5 years on the lees in stacks
- Pairings: ideal with sushi, shellfish, fried fish and soft cheeses
Description
What kind of wine is it
The Champagne Premier Cru Brut Nature Les Blanchiens by R. Pouillon is a Traditional Method wine made from a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The absence of dosage enhances a dry profile and a fine perlage. The bouquet offers delicate floral aromas, fruity notes and inviting hints of pastry. On the palate, it is complex and persistent, making this Champagne Premier Cru ideal for pairing with shellfish, sushi, fried fish and soft cheeses.
Where does it come from
The wine originates from Mareuil-sur-Aÿ. The grapes come from the Les Blanchiens plot, a south-facing vineyard on a mid-slope, at around one hundred and seventy metres above sea level. The clay soils on limestone give the blend a defined flavour profile, clearly enhancing the qualities expressed by the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. This distinct territorial identity is preserved in every sip, reflecting the deep authenticity of its place of origin.
How is it produced
The process involves separate vinification for each variety, using only indigenous yeasts. Fermentation and the initial ageing phase take place in oak barrels of various ages, with bâtonnage to increase the structure of the blend. The prise de mousse strictly follows the Traditional Method, ensuring a long maturation on the lees in stacks for around five years. This Brut Nature cuvée contains no added sugars, highlighting the pure expression of the fruit.
History and Curiosities
The prestigious Champagne Premier Cru Les Blanchiens 2018 is created from a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grown on the clay-limestone soils of Mareuil-sur-Aÿ. This refined Classic Method pas dosé is produced through fermentations with indigenous yeasts in oak barrels, then matured for five years in stacks under natural cork. Awarded 93 points by Robert Parker, it reveals a fine perlage and intriguing pastry notes, offering a complex and persistent sip that elegantly enhances dishes based on shellfish and sushi.
Awards
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2018
93/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1947
- Bottles produced: 85.000
- Hectares: 7
In 1964, James (Roger and Bernadette's only child) started working with his father while developing his knowledge as a winemaker. He was joined a year later by his wife, Josette, born in Champagne as well.
As Recoltant-Manipultant, the Poullons own their own press and do not work in a coop. The control every step of the process, from the vine to the bottle.
After the death of Roger Poullon in 1993, and his spouse 2 years later, Fabrice (James's yougest son) joins the family business and bring with him his background in viticulture, oenology and marketing. His wife Elodie follow in 2000 to help on the marketing side.
As a young winemaker, James modernized the operation with the use of enamelled vats, hydraulic tractors and gyropaletts. Later, Fabrice introduced sustainable agriculture and started to export Roger Pouillon Champagne to the US, Japan, United Arab Emirates, Italy, Belgium, Canada, Australia and UK. Read more
| Name | R. Pouillon Champagne 1er Cru Brut Nature Les Blanchiens 2018 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green classic method sparkling wine pas dosé |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Pouillon |
| Story | History and Curiosities The prestigious Champagne Premier Cru Les Blanchiens 2018 is created from a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grown on the clay-limestone soils of Mareuil-sur-Aÿ. This refined Classic Method pas dosé is produced through fermentations with indigenous yeasts in oak barrels, then matured for five years in stacks under natural cork. Awarded 93 points by Robert Parker, it reveals a fine perlage and intriguing pastry notes, offering a complex and persistent sip that elegantly enhances dishes based on shellfish and sushi. |
| Origin | Mareuil-sur-Aÿ (Champagne, France) |
| Soil composition | Clay soils on limestone |
| Production technique | Classic method (traditional method), pas dosé |
| Wine making | Each variety is vinified separately; use of indigenous yeasts; bâtonnage on the lees; fermentation and ageing in oak barrels of varying ages (from new to ten years old); resting on the lees in stacks for about five years; prolonged ageing in bottle before release. |
| Aging | 12 months in oak barrels; resting on the lees in stacks for about five years; extended maturation in bottle before release to the market. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |