COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
AR Lenoble
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
AR Lenoble Grand Cru Chouilly Blanc de Blancs Brut is a non-vintage Champagne made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes grown in the Chouilly Grand Cru appellation. The AR Lenoble estate, a family-owned property for over 100 years, emphasizes a philosophy of time, biodiversity, and terroir expression. Chouilly is recognized for its high-quality Chardonnay vineyards, contributing to the wine's character. This bottling is a testament to the producer's dedication to extended aging and sustainable viticulture.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€75
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
AR Lenoble ages its wines for a minimum of seven years, significantly longer than the Champagne average.
Fact 02
The estate uses a perpetual reserve created in 2000 to maintain consistency and complexity.
Fact 03
Chouilly is one of only 17 Grand Cru villages in Champagne.
Fact 04
AR Lenoble's vineyards are certified 'Haute Valeur Environnementale' (HVE).
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
AR Lenoble Grand Cru Chouilly Blanc de Blancs Brut is produced using 100% Chardonnay grapes. The winemaking process begins with the selection of only the cuvée, the first pressing of the grapes. Primary fermentation typically takes place in stainless steel. A significant aspect of AR Lenoble's approach is the extended aging of reserve wines, often in corked magnum bottles, for up to four years before blending. The final wine undergoes a second fermentation in the bottle, followed by a minimum of three years of aging on lees in the cellar. The dosage is kept low, adhering to the Brut classification.
