COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
Non-vintage
GRAPE
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Champagne Baron Dauvergne
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Champagne Baron Dauvergne's Œil de Perdrix is a non-vintage sparkling wine from the Champagne AOC, specifically from the Grand Cru terroir of Bouzy in the Montagne de Reims. It is a blend primarily of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The wine is distinguished by its historical 'Œil de Perdrix' designation, which traditionally indicates a wine with an amber or rosé hue, a characteristic it exhibits due to its winemaking and old vine sourcing. Champagne Baron Dauvergne is a family-run estate established in 1923, committed to traditional winemaking practices and the excellence of the Bouzy terroir.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€37
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
9-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Œil de Perdrix' refers to the subtle salmon-pink hue, reminiscent of a partridge's eye.
Fact 02
Grapes are sourced from vines in Bouzy, a Grand Cru village in the Montagne de Reims.
Fact 03
The producer emphasizes tradition and a deep connection to their terroir.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Champagne Baron Dauvergne's Œil de Perdrix is produced using grapes from old vines in Bouzy. The winemaking process begins with whole bunch pressing, followed by alcoholic fermentation at 18°C. Malolactic fermentation is carried out in temperature-controlled stainless-steel vats. The wine then undergoes aging in traditional cellars, with a notable period spent on its lees for up to three years before disgorgement. The dosage is typically around 7g/L of sugar.
