Extras Brut "Almanach n°4" by Gratiot & Cie is a vintage Blanc de Noirs Champagne made by Pinot Meunier, in large part, and Pinot Noir. After a long age for 8 years on the lees in bottle, it exhibits a powerful and intense bouquet plenty of red and yellow pulp fruits accents surrounded by salty and creamy undertones. On the palate it is roundy and expressive, of straight freshness and vibrant taste. A great Magnum!
- CHAMPAGNE EXTRA BRUT BLANC DE NOIRS 'ALMANACH N°4' MAGNUM GRATIOT & CIE 2009 DESCRIPTION
- The Extra Brut Magnum Almanach n°4€ by Gratiot & Cie is a Champagne Blanc de Noirs Vintage produced in the Vallée de la Marne area, with the most cultivated dark grape variety in the area, Pinot Meunier, with a small addition of Pinot Noir. The particular nature of the cuvée gives us a Magnum with good structure and with a rich and intense aromatic profile. The over 8 years of refinement spent on the lees, allow the wine to evolve, enriching itself with precious facets, which increase the complexity of the taste and the persistence on the palate. Perfect to taste at the table throughout the meal, even with important pairings.
- The Champagne Blanc de Noirs Extra
- Brut “Almanach n°4” is a vintage that originates from the Domaine of Charly
- Marne of Gratiot & Cie. It is a family
- run Maison, which has been growing grapes in Champagne for 5 years. generations and today manages approximately 18 hectares of vineyards in the Vallée de la Marne region. The vineyards are located in the municipal territory of 7 different villages and are divided into 43 parcels, which represent a small mosaic with different exposures and terrains, ideal for creating harmonious and balanced cuves. The most cultivated vine is obviously the Meunier, the most typical and widespread in the area. In fact, on the marly soils of the Vallée de la Marne, it has found the best conditions to express grapes with rich and fragrant fruit.
- The Blanc de Noirs Magnum “Almanach n°4” by Gratiot & Cie is a Champagne Brut Millesimato perfect for those who want to know the true face of the Vallée de la Marne and its territorial typicality. The base is a great Meunier, grown on calcareous
- clayey soils, with the presence of silt. Fermentations take place in steel tanks at a controlled temperature. The vins clairs undergo malolactic fermentation and are then selected to create the final blend. The second fermentation takes place in the bottle according to the Champenoise method, with a refinement sur lattes for 90 months. The wine has a golden yellow color and is crossed by a thin and continuous perlage. The bouquet opens with intense aromas of small berries, ripe yellow fruit and hints of bread crust. The sip is broad, rich and deep, with a complex mid
- palate and a finish of great mineral freshness. A Magnum with an excellent quality/price ratio to show off on the best occasions!
- Colour
- Crystal golden yellow with fine perlage and auburn nuance
- Scent
- Complex and generous, rich of little red and yellow ripe fruits with salty and creamy undertones
- Taste
- Powerful and delicate, of straight freshness and lively minerality, character and long persistence
