COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Delavenne Père & Fils
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Champagne Delavenne Père & Fils Grand Cru Brut 60/40 is a sparkling white wine from the AOC Champagne Grand Cru region in France. Produced by the family-run winery Delavenne Père & Fils, it is managed by the fourth generation, Jean-Christophe and Maëlle Delavenne. The winery emphasizes respect for their terroir and sustainable viticulture, with a focus on achieving organic certification. The '60/40' in the wine's name suggests a specific blend composition, a hallmark of the house's approach to expressing the character of their Grand Cru vineyards.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Delavenne Père & Fils is a Récoltant-Manipulant, meaning they grow their own grapes and craft their own Champagne.
Fact 02
The family's commitment to quality has earned them a place as a supplier to the Royal Court of Denmark.
Fact 03
The '60/40' in the name likely signifies a specific blend ratio, a signature of the house's style.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Delavenne Père & Fils produces their Champagne using the traditional method, also known as méthode champenoise. This involves a first fermentation, followed by a second fermentation in the bottle to create the characteristic effervescence. The wine is then aged on its lees, a process that imparts complexity and texture. The house emphasizes a philosophy of respecting the Grand Cru terroir of Bouzy, with a commitment to sustainable viticulture and a move towards organic certification. The '60/40' designation indicates a specific blend of grape varieties or reserve wines, carefully composed by the winemakers.
