COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
Non-Vintage
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Champagne Olivier Herbert
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Olivier Herbert Blanc de Blancs is a non-vintage sparkling wine from the Champagne AOC region of France, specifically the Montagne de Reims. It is made entirely from Chardonnay grapes, a hallmark of the Blanc de Blancs style, signifying its purity and elegance. The producer, Champagne Olivier Herbert, is a family-run estate with a legacy spanning four generations. Olivier Herbert continues the tradition of his ancestors, focusing on producing champagnes that reflect the unique character of their terroir. The estate's vineyards are classified as Premier Cru, and the wine undergoes an extensive eight-year aging process on its lees, contributing to its complexity.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€43
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Made exclusively from 100% Chardonnay grapes.
Fact 02
Aged for an impressive 8 years on its lees.
Fact 03
The estate cultivates 4.66 hectares of Premier Cru vineyards.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Olivier Herbert Blanc de Blancs is produced exclusively from 100% Chardonnay grapes, sourced from Premier Cru vineyards in the Montagne de Reims. The winemaking process involves aging the wine for an extended period of 8 years on its lees. This extended contact with the yeast sediment is a key technique that contributes to the wine's complexity, texture, and aromatic profile. The producer's approach emphasizes tradition and a deep connection to their terroir, aiming to craft champagnes that express the unique character of their estate.
