COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
R & L Legras
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Guldkula White Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs is a distinguished Champagne from R&L Legras, produced exclusively from Chardonnay grapes grown in the Grand Cru village of Chouilly, located in the Côte des Blancs. This designation signifies the highest quality of Champagne. The R&L Legras estate boasts a long history, with its roots in the 16th century and a significant development in 1808. The estate has been managed by the Barbier family for generations, with Julien Barbier currently leading the winemaking. The Chouilly terroir, characterized by chalk and limestone soils, is particularly suited for Chardonnay and contributes to the wine's unique profile. This is a Non-Vintage (NV) Champagne, a blend designed to achieve a consistent and complex expression of the house style.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-11°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Chouilly is one of only 17 Grand Cru villages in Champagne.
Fact 02
The R&L Legras estate has around 40-year-old Chardonnay vines.
Fact 03
The house is featured in many top Michelin-starred restaurants.
Fact 04
Production is relatively small, around 15,000-25,000 bottles annually.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
This Champagne is produced using the traditional method, involving a secondary fermentation in the bottle to create its effervescence. The wine is then aged on its lees for a minimum of two years, a process that enriches its texture and develops complex aromas. As a Non-Vintage (NV) Champagne, it is a blend of wines from different harvests, allowing for a consistent expression of the house style and the unique characteristics of the Chouilly terroir. The Chardonnay grapes are carefully selected during harvest to ensure optimal quality.
