COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2014
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Champagne Guy Charlemagne
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Guy Charlemagne Cuvée Charlemagne Les Coulmets Extra Brut Grand Cru is a single-vineyard Champagne crafted exclusively from the Les Coulmets plot in the Grand Cru village of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. This cuvée is only produced in exceptional vintages and utilizes the first pressing of Chardonnay grapes. The producer, Champagne Guy Charlemagne, is a family estate with a history dating back to 1892, deeply rooted in the Côte des Blancs region and dedicated to Chardonnay cultivation. The estate's philosophy centers on quality, with a significant portion of their vineyards dedicated to this noble grape.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€85
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Single-vineyard cuvée from the Les Coulmets plot.
Fact 02
Only produced in the best vintages.
Fact 03
Family estate since 1892.
Fact 04
87% of Guy Charlemagne's vineyard holdings are Chardonnay.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Cuvée Charlemagne Les Coulmets Extra Brut Grand Cru is a 100% Chardonnay Champagne. The winemaking process begins with a gentle pressing of the grapes, with only the first press juice being used. Vinification takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats to maintain aromatic purity and freshness. Some wines may undergo malolactic fermentation for added complexity. The wine is subsequently aged on lees, contributing to its structure and elegance, with potential aging also occurring in stainless steel and oak barrels. Harvests are conducted by hand with careful selection of the fruit.
