COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Diebolt-Vallois
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Diebolt-Vallois Prestige Extra Brut is a Non-Vintage Blanc de Blancs Champagne, made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes. It originates from the prestigious Côte des Blancs region in Champagne, France, with fruit sourced from Grand Cru villages. The estate, Diebolt-Vallois, is a family-run producer with a long history in the area, emphasizing tradition and respect for their terroir. The wine's unique character is shaped by its origin in chalk-rich soils and the estate's commitment to meticulous craftsmanship.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€95
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes hail from Grand Cru villages like Cramant and Mesnil-sur-Oger.
Fact 02
Vineyards are managed with integrated pest management.
Fact 03
Some vines for top cuvées are over 55 years old.
Fact 04
Aged in chalk cellars 14 meters underground.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Diebolt-Vallois Prestige Extra Brut is produced using the classic method. The grapes are 100% Chardonnay, sourced from Grand Cru vineyards. Each plot is vinified separately, with fermentation often taking place in stainless steel, and sometimes in large, neutral oak vessels. A significant portion of reserve wines, aged for several years, are blended to achieve the house style. The wine undergoes a second fermentation and ages on its lees for at least 36 months in chalk cellars, which maintain stable temperatures for optimal development. The dosage is typically Extra Brut, around 4-5 g/l.
