COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
PRODUCER
G.H. Martel
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
G.H. Martel Brut Blanc de Noirs is a Champagne from the Champagne AOC, produced by the family-owned Champagne G.H. Martel & Co., established in 1869. This cuvée is distinguished by its composition, being made exclusively from black grape varietals, primarily Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. The producer emphasizes family heritage and winemaking expertise, with a commitment to sustainability evident in their HVE level 3 certified vineyards. The wine is aged in the historic chalk cellars of Reims, a UNESCO World Heritage site, which contributes to its development.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€38
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Crafted solely from black grapes (Pinot Noir & Pinot Meunier).
Fact 02
Aged in historic UNESCO World Heritage chalk cellars.
Fact 03
Family-owned for four generations.
Fact 04
Vineyards hold Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of G.H. Martel Brut Blanc de Noirs involves gentle pressing of the black grapes, followed by controlled fermentation. A key technique is the extended aging of the wine on its lees, which takes place in the producer's historic chalk cellars. This aging process is integral to developing the wine's texture and aromatic complexity. The producer's approach emphasizes the expression of freshness, minerality, and elegance, with a commitment to sustainable practices, as demonstrated by their HVE level 3 vineyard certification.
