COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2012
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Pierre Moncuit
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Pierre Moncuit Champagne Millésime Extra Brut Grand Cru 2012 is a vintage-dated Champagne produced by the Pierre Moncuit estate. It is made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes, a style known as Blanc de Blancs, and originates from the Grand Cru village of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger in the Côte des Blancs region of Champagne, France. The Extra Brut designation indicates a very dry style. The 2012 vintage benefited from stable weather, allowing for slow grape maturation, which contributed to the wine's balance and structure. The Pierre Moncuit estate has been family-run since its establishment in 1889, with a focus on traditional viticulture and winemaking practices.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€95
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Pierre Moncuit specializes in 'Blanc de Blancs' Champagne, meaning 'white from white' grapes (100% Chardonnay).
Fact 02
The estate's vines in Mesnil-sur-Oger include parcels over 50 years old.
Fact 03
Extra Brut means very little residual sugar, typically less than 6 grams per liter.
Fact 04
Grand Cru status signifies the highest tier of vineyard classification in Champagne.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Pierre Moncuit Champagne Millésime Extra Brut Grand Cru 2012 is produced using 100% Chardonnay grapes sourced from Grand Cru vineyards. It is a vintage-dated Champagne, meaning it is made from the grapes of a single year. The wine is bottled with an Extra Brut dosage, indicating a very low level of residual sugar. The estate follows traditional winemaking practices, with a focus on respecting the land and allowing the natural characteristics of the Chardonnay and its terroir to be expressed. Aging in bottle on its lees is a standard practice for Champagne, contributing to its complexity and texture.
