CHAMPAGNE PAS DOSE "L'ITALIEN" - CHARLIER & FILS

Denomination : Champagne AOC

Vintage : NV

Alcohol : 12%

Region : Champagne (France)

Format : 0.75 l

Grapes : Chardonnay 20%, Pinot Noir 20%, Meunier 60%

Vinification and aging

Manual harvest at optimal ripening of the grapes.
Vinification in large oak barrels (Foudre de Chêne) for 8 months.
Malolactic fermentation natural which takes place entirely in cask.
Maturation: minimum 4 years, more than twice the rules of the Appellation (15 months).
The bottles are placed on wooden supports e turn manually.
Dosage (Brut Nature): 0 grams per liter.
Bottled in April 2017.
Disgorgement: 2 August 2021.

Tasting Notes

The bouquet it is refined and precise. His nose reveals ripe tropical fruit with spicy tones. The impact in mouth it is fresh, with the “allongée” structure that embodies the typical balance of Champagne.

Pairings

The Italien is ideal for both a aperitif than for one party night . It will enhance the simpler dishes like a prawn crudité and elegantly emphasize the creamier dishes like a saffron risotto. It can be appreciated with fish, unseasoned cheeses and white meats.