COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
Non-Vintage
GRAPE
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
PRODUCER
Alexandre Bonnet
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Bonnet Grande Réserve Brut is a non-vintage Champagne from the Côte des Bar, a sub-region of Champagne, France, produced by Alexandre Bonnet. The estate, established in 1973 and now part of the Lanson-BCC group, is dedicated to showcasing the terroir of the Côte des Bar, with a particular emphasis on Pinot Noir. The vineyards are managed with a commitment to sustainable viticulture, evidenced by their HVE certification. The wine is a blend, with Pinot Noir often being the dominant grape, complemented by Chardonnay and sometimes Pinot Meunier.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€40
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-6°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Estate holds 'Haute Valeur Environnementale' (HVE) certification for sustainable viticulture.
Fact 02
Vine age averages 25-30 years, contributing complexity.
Fact 03
Recognized as best Blanc de Noirs in the world by CSWWC 2020.
Fact 04
Uses horses in vineyards where possible for sustainable practices.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Bonnet Grande Réserve Brut involves primary fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Following this, the wine undergoes a second fermentation in the bottle, the traditional method for Champagne production, which creates its effervescence. The wine is then aged on its lees for a minimum of 30 months, a process that contributes to its texture and flavor development. Harvests are carried out manually to ensure grape quality. The estate is committed to sustainable viticulture, holding HVE certification and implementing practices such as reduced herbicide use and the use of horses in vineyards.
