COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
1997
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Meunier, Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Champagne Vincent D’Astrée
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Vincent D’Astrée Collection 1997 is a Champagne Blend from Champagne, France, produced by Champagne Vincent D’Astrée. This cooperative winery, established in 1956 in the Premier Cru village of Pierry, cultivates Chardonnay, Meunier, and Pinot Noir. The estate's vineyards are situated on the Coteaux Sud d'Epernay, a region recognized for its terroir. The 1997 vintage presented a challenging growing season followed by a favorable harvest, yielding wines with notable fruit and structure. The wine has undergone an extended aging period of 20 years on its lees.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Passed
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Founded by a cooperative of winemakers in 1956.
Fact 02
Vineyards are located in the Premier Cru village of Pierry.
Fact 03
Aged for 20 years on lees, developing significant complexity.
Fact 04
Producer holds ISO 22000 certification.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
This Champagne is produced using the traditional method, involving primary fermentation followed by secondary fermentation in the bottle to create effervescence. The blend consists of Chardonnay, Meunier, and Pinot Noir grapes. A significant aspect of its production is the extended aging period of 20 years on lees, a process that develops complex secondary aromas and contributes to the wine's texture. The producer holds ISO 22000 certification, indicating a commitment to food safety management. The winemaking philosophy focuses on expressing the minerality of the terroir and achieving balance.
