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Wine Information
This cuvée from the Côte des Blancs, more precisely from Mesnil sur Oger and Oger with limestone soil, is only made in the best vintages. This 100% Grand Cru Chardonnay is selected on a pure vintage with unique freshness and delicacy. Harvested in our best plots, Cuvée CHARLEMAGNE is only produced with tête de cuvée Chardonnay and vinified in thermo regulated stainless steel. A very light dosage (8 grams per liter) and matured 3 to 4 years in our chalk underground cellars, this vintaged champagne shows extreme finesse. Champagne lovers who are in search of perfection will appreciate the spirit of this great champagne wine.
Straw yellow color, fine and steady bubbles. Complex nose where dried fruit (raisins and figs) mix with candied fruit (oranges, pineapple and angelica). The finale is long and reminiscent of slightly spicy blond tobacco. Long and silky on the finish, with fresh grapefruit freshness. Ideally enjoyed with foie gras appetizers or a « patta negra » served with fresh hazelnuts.
Selected by Le Guide Dussert-Gerber 2011
Selected by Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2011
Selected by La Revue du Vin de France - Spécial Champagne 2010
Vintage 2006
A cold winter and springtime frosts laid the foundations for this vintage of abundant yields (12,997 kg/ha). Uneventful flowering was followed by exceptionally hot and sunny weather, which lasted until August. A dank August left producers fearful but fortunately warm, bright conditions in September redressed the balance. Harvest commenced on September 9th, producing grapes high in sugar level but notably low on acidity. The general health of the grapes was sufficient, producing wines which excel over the preceding 2005 vintage, another warm and ample year. The year's greatest wines are supple and expressive and despite the richness they escape being overly heavy. Overt and welcoming upon launch, the best come with excellent capacity for ageing. Winey, and richly fruity characters, most Champagnes regrettably miss some tension and finesse. Wines of the vintage include Taittinger Comtes de Champagne, Krug Vintage and Dom Pérignon Rosé.
