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  • Country ranking ?

    1 793
  • Producer ranking ?

    22
  • Decanting time

    -
  • When to drink

    Now-2025
  • Food Pairing

    Crayfish Ravioli and a corral sauce & Scallop tartare with truffles

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The Story

With an exceptional ageing period on the lees of more than 10 years in our cellars, Castelnau Blanc de Blancs Vintage is created for gastronomy : the power of the aromas and a hint of iodine from the soil make a perfect marriage.

Comments of the Chef de Cave :
This characterful « assemblage » has been resting quietly in our cellars, acquiring wisdom and maturity.
Today it will surprise the taster with its haunting perfume and a rare fresh...

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Vintage 2005

 The 2005 vintage was a year of marked contrasts between seasons and regions. Following a fairly harsh winter, 2005 had a mild spring with relatively warm temperatures all year long. There was above average sunshine and a slight water deficit, as had been the case throughout the dry cycle of 2005/2004 and 2003. The heat and humidity in July produced larger grapes and bunches, rather unusually for the Champagne region, while the cooler weather ...

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Origin

Reims, Champagne

Grapes

100% Chardonnay

Drinking temperature

6-8C
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