COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2015
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Alfred Gratien
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Alfred Gratien Grand Cru Blanc de Blanc 2015 is a dry white sparkling wine from Champagne, France, crafted exclusively from 100% Chardonnay grapes. The producer, Alfred Gratien, is recognized for its commitment to traditional winemaking techniques. A key element of their approach is fermenting wines in old oak barrels, a practice that contributes a distinctive micro-oxidized and bready character to their Champagnes. The grapes are sourced from Grand Cru vineyards, representing the highest tier of quality within the Champagne appellation. The 2015 vintage is noted for its balanced ripeness and acidity, contributing to the wine's structure and complexity.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€65
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Fermented in old oak barrels for a unique character.
Fact 02
100% Chardonnay from a Grand Cru vineyard.
Fact 03
A testament to traditional Champagne craftsmanship.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Alfred Gratien Grand Cru Blanc de Blanc 2015 is produced using traditional Champagne winemaking methods. A key technique employed by the producer is the fermentation of the base wine in old oak barrels. This process contributes to a micro-oxidized character and develops nuanced flavors. The wine is made from 100% Chardonnay grapes sourced from Grand Cru vineyards. The specific aging details and harvest conditions for the 2015 vintage are not provided, but the producer's philosophy emphasizes traditional craftsmanship and the expression of Chardonnay from its esteemed origin.
