COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
PRODUCER
Ruinart
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
R de Ruinart is the emblematic non-vintage Brut Champagne from Ruinart, the oldest Champagne House founded in 1729. This cuvée represents the house's signature style, characterized by elegance and freshness, with a significant emphasis on Chardonnay. The grapes are sourced from Premier Cru villages within the Champagne region, contributing to the wine's refined profile. Ruinart's winemaking philosophy centers on expressing the purity of the Chardonnay grape through meticulous, reductive techniques.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€73
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Ruinart is the oldest Champagne House, established in 1729.
Fact 02
Chardonnay is a cornerstone of Ruinart's style, emphasizing freshness.
Fact 03
The house prioritizes a reductive winemaking style to preserve aromas.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
R de Ruinart is produced using grapes sourced from various crus, with a focus on Premier Cru vineyards. The winemaking process begins with hand-harvesting at optimal ripeness. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, followed by malolactic fermentation. Ruinart employs a reductive style, utilizing pneumatic presses and nitrogen gas to minimize oxidation and preserve freshness. The wine is then aged on its lees for a minimum of three years, contributing to its complexity and texture. A portion of reserve wines from previous vintages is incorporated to ensure consistency and depth.
