COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Meunier
PRODUCER
Locret-Lachaud
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Locret-Lachaud Cuvée Spéciale Rosé Premier Cru Brut is a sparkling rosé from the Champagne region of France. Produced by Locret-Lachaud, a family-run estate with a history dating back to the 18th century, this wine comes from the Premier Cru village of Hautvillers. Hautvillers holds historical significance as the 'cradle of Champagne,' associated with Dom Pérignon. The estate is currently managed by the fourth generation of the Locret family, who emphasize artisanal methods. The blend for this cuvée comprises Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Meunier.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Hautvillers is known as the 'cradle of Champagne'.
Fact 02
The Locret family has been growing grapes since the 18th century.
Fact 03
The estate is managed by the fourth generation of the Locret family.
Fact 04
The wine is a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Meunier.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Locret-Lachaud Cuvée Spéciale Rosé Premier Cru Brut is produced using the traditional Méthode Traditionnelle, common to Champagne. This involves a secondary fermentation in the bottle to create the effervescence. Following this, the wine is aged on its lees, a process that contributes to its complexity and texture. The blend consists of 50% Chardonnay, 25% Pinot Noir, and 25% Meunier. The dosage, the final addition of wine and sugar before corking, is adjusted to achieve the Brut classification.
