COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Union Champagne
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
De Saint-Gall Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Brut Millésimé 2017 is a single-varietal Champagne crafted exclusively from Chardonnay grapes. It hails from the prestigious Champagne region of France, with a focus on vineyards classified as Grand Cru, particularly from the renowned Côte des Blancs. The De Saint-Gall brand is the principal label of Union Champagne, a cooperative union established in 1966, uniting 15 winegrower cooperatives. This collective effort allows for the management of extensive vineyard land, with a high percentage classified as Grand Cru and Premier Cru, embodying the pure and elegant style of great Champagne.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€55
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Made from 100% Chardonnay from Grand Cru vineyards.
Fact 02
The producer is a cooperative of 15 winegrower cooperatives.
Fact 03
A significant portion of vineyards are classified as Grand Cru and Premier Cru.
Fact 04
Aged for 5 years in deep cellars before disgorgement.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of De Saint-Gall Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Brut Millésimé 2017 begins with the exclusive use of 100% Chardonnay grapes. Primary fermentation is typically conducted in stainless steel tanks. A significant portion, around 80%, undergoes malolactic fermentation to enhance the wine's texture and definition. The wine is then aged for at least three years on its lees, with this specific vintage benefiting from five years of cellar aging prior to disgorgement. This extended aging period is integral to developing the wine's complexity and character.
