COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
PRODUCER
La Maison Guerlet-Deguerne
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Guerlet-Deguerne Blanc de Noirs is a Premier Cru Champagne from the Montagne de Reims, France. Produced by the fifth-generation family estate La Maison Guerlet-Deguerne, this white sparkling wine is crafted from black grape varieties, primarily Pinot Noir with a portion of Pinot Meunier. The estate is committed to sustainable viticulture, with vineyards located in Chamery, a recognized Premier Cru terroir. The Guerlet-Deguerne approach emphasizes direct control over the winemaking process, from vine to bottle, ensuring an authentic expression of their estate.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€43
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Blanc de Noirs means 'white from black' grapes.
Fact 02
Guerlet-Deguerne converts to organic farming.
Fact 03
The family has been making Champagne since 1872.
Fact 04
Premier Cru status signifies high-quality vineyard sites.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Guerlet-Deguerne Blanc de Noirs is produced using traditional Champagne methods, with a focus on highlighting the character of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Grapes are fermented, often in stainless steel tanks, with potential for partial malolactic fermentation and some oak influence in select cuvées. The wine then undergoes a significant aging period on its lees, typically a minimum of 24 to 30 months, to develop its complexity and fine effervescence. The estate is committed to sustainable viticulture, with practices aimed at preserving soil health and biodiversity, including a conversion to organic farming.
