COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
PRODUCER
Palmer & Co
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Palmer & Co. La Réserve Brut is a non-vintage Champagne from Reims, France, a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. The wine's name, 'La Réserve,' highlights the significant proportion of reserve wines, typically 20-35%, from previous vintages, contributing to its maturity and complexity. The producer, Palmer & Co., is a cooperative established in 1947, now owning extensive vineyards, including a notable focus on Chardonnay in the Montagne de Reims, a region often associated with Pinot Noir. Their winemaking philosophy emphasizes technical precision, harmony, and balance.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€75
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Uses 20-35% reserve wines for complexity.
Fact 02
Chardonnay is a key grape in Montagne de Reims for Palmer.
Fact 03
A cooperative founded by seven visionary growers.
Fact 04
Aged on lees for 3-4 years (standard bottles).
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Palmer & Co. La Réserve Brut is produced using the traditional method, also known as the méthode champenoise. This involves primary fermentation followed by a secondary fermentation in the bottle, which creates the wine's effervescence. A significant aspect of its production is the inclusion of 20-35% reserve wines from previous vintages, contributing to its complexity and consistency. The wine is then aged on its lees for approximately 3-4 years for standard bottles, a process that imparts nuanced flavors and textures. The grapes are sourced from Premier and Grand Cru vineyards, with a particular focus on Chardonnay from the Montagne de Reims.
