COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2012
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
R & L Legras
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Présidence Grand Cru is a 100% Chardonnay Champagne from R & L Legras, a producer with a long-standing family history in the Grand Cru village of Chouilly on the Côte des Blancs. The estate, managed by Julien Barbier, focuses on highlighting the distinct softer and creamier style of Chardonnay from this chalk-rich terroir. The 2012 vintage benefited from a warm summer, contributing to the wine's structure and potential for aging. This wine is recognized for its elegance and is often featured in fine dining establishments.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€155
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Chouilly is one of only 17 Grand Cru villages in Champagne.
Fact 02
The Legras family has been cultivating vines in Chouilly for over 200 years.
Fact 03
Blanc de Blancs means 'white from whites', referring to 100% white grape (Chardonnay) used.
Fact 04
This wine is often found gracing the tables of high-end restaurants.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Présidence Grand Cru is produced using the traditional method of Champagne winemaking. The wine is made exclusively from 100% Chardonnay grapes sourced from the Grand Cru village of Chouilly. Following primary fermentation, typically in stainless steel, the wine undergoes secondary fermentation in the bottle to create its effervescence. Extended aging on lees is a key practice, contributing to the wine's texture and complexity. Grapes are hand-harvested to ensure quality.
