COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
1996
GRAPE
Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Champagne Guy Michel & Fils
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Guy Michel Paris Folies Magnum Brut 1996 is a vintage Champagne from the Champagne AOC in France, produced by the seventh-generation family estate, Champagne Guy Michel & Fils. The producer is known for its commitment to aging wines for extended periods and maintaining an extensive collection of rare vintages. The vineyards are managed with an emphasis on traditional methods and environmental respect. The 1996 vintage is notable for favorable weather conditions that led to ripe grapes and balanced acidity.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A seventh-generation family estate founded in 1847.
Fact 02
Known for an extensive 'vinothèque' of rare vintages.
Fact 03
Vineyards are grass-planted for environmental consciousness.
Fact 04
Avoids malolactic fermentation for preserved freshness.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Guy Michel Paris Folies Magnum Brut 1996 involves traditional Champagne methods. Primary fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks. The producer intentionally avoids malolactic fermentation to preserve the wine's freshness and acidity. A key technique is the extended aging of the wine 'sur lattes' (on its lees), which contributes to its aromatic complexity and texture. The vineyards are managed with an emphasis on traditional practices, including grass planting.
