COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2006
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Nicolas Feuillatte
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Nicolas Feuillatte Palmes d'Or Vintage Rosé Brut 2006 is a prestige cuvée made exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes. It originates from the Champagne AOC in France, with fruit sourced from Grand Cru vineyards in Bouzy and Les Riceys. The wine is produced using the 'rosé de saignée' method, which involves maceration of the grape skins to impart color and complexity. The Nicolas Feuillatte brand is notable for its cooperative model, representing the collective efforts of thousands of growers. The distinctive bottle design of the Palmes d'Or range is inspired by a young opera singer.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€140
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-8°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The Palmes d'Or Rosé bottle features 'black pearls' inspired by an opera singer.
Fact 02
Crafted using the 'rosé de saignée' method for deep color.
Fact 03
100% Pinot Noir from Grand Cru vineyards.
Fact 04
A prestige cuvée representing Nicolas Feuillatte's pinnacle.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Palmes d'Or Vintage Rosé Brut 2006 is produced using the 'rosé de saignée' method, which involves a controlled maceration of Pinot Noir skins for approximately 72 hours to achieve its characteristic color and depth. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes extended aging in the producer's cellars. Vintage-dated Champagnes are required to age for a minimum of 36 months from the date of tirage (the process of bottling with yeast and sugar for secondary fermentation). The 2006 vintage is described as intense, rich, and mature.
