COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Charles Ellner
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Champagne Charles Ellner Grande Réserve 2016 is a vintage sparkling wine from the Champagne AOC in France, produced by the family-run Charles Ellner house. Founded in 1905, the producer emphasizes tradition and sustainable viticulture across its vineyards, which are spread across various Champagne villages. The Grande Réserve cuvée is a significant offering, characterized by its extended aging period on lees, typically around five years, contributing to its depth and finesse. The blend primarily consists of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with a focus on expressing the diverse terroirs of the region.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€40
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-8°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A family affair since 1905.
Fact 02
Aged for 5 years on lees for complexity.
Fact 03
Vineyards span diverse Champagne terroirs.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Champagne Charles Ellner Grande Réserve involves fermenting grapes primarily in stainless steel tanks to maintain freshness, with potential for limited oak aging for Chardonnay in vintage bottlings. Malolactic fermentation is generally avoided. A key technique is the extended aging of the Grande Réserve cuvée on its lees for approximately five years, which develops complexity and texture. The Charles Ellner house follows a philosophy rooted in family, tradition, and sustainable viticulture, aiming to express the diverse terroirs of Champagne while preserving the original aromas of the wines.
