Dhondt Grellet Cramant Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 2019
90.45₣ (Exc. VAT bot. 75 cl.) / Switzerland
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Aromas of crisp yellow orchard fruit and mirabelle plum mingle with notions of freshly baked bread, almond paste and white flowers in an inviting bouquet that introduces Dhondt's NV Extra-Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Cramant (2019), a full-bodied, ample and pillowy Champagne that unites texture, generous racy acids and a chalky structure. Seamless and complete, it concludes with a long, mineral finish.
Features
Type of wine
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Size
Appellation
Alcohol
12.0%
Grapes
Serving
Between 10ºC and 12ºC
Winemaking
Direct pressing, free run fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged on lees for 9 months in French oak foudres. Second fermentation in bottle (30% reserve wine) with a minimum ageing of 24 months and a dosage of 2 g/l (Extra Brut).
Description
Dhondt Grellet Cramant Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut is a champagne that represents the quintessence of elegance and complexity. This wine, made from 100% Chardonnay, comes from old vines over 55 years old located in Cramant, a Grand Cru classified village in the prestigious Côte des Blancs region. The blend is composed of 70% vintage and 30% perpetual reserve wine since 1986. Vinification is done in barrels, and the wine has a dosage of 2 g/l, which underlines its Extra Brut profile.
Winemaking
The production of this champagne is an example of precision and care. Bottle fermentation, a traditional technique in champagne making, contributes to its complexity and depth. With an alcohol content of 12.5%, this champagne is a testament to the Dhondt-Grellet winery's commitment to quality and terroir expression.
Taste
The taste of Dhondt Grellet Cramant Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut is a symphony of nuances and textures. It is characterised by its depth and concentration, offering a taste experience that balances power and elegance. Aromas of crisp yellow fruit and plum intertwine with notes of freshly baked bread, almond paste and white flowers, creating a bouquet that invites you to keep drinking. On the palate, it is a full-bodied, ample and cushiony champagne, combining texture, generous acids and a chalky structure. The finish is long and mineral, sealing an exceptional tasting experience.
This champagne is a clear example of how attention to detail and respect for terroir can result in a drink of extraordinary quality and character. The combination of grapes from old vineyards, careful vinification and meticulous ageing make Dhondt Grellet Cramant Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut an exquisite choice for champagne connoisseurs.
Shipping to Switzerland
50% discount on orders over 395.03₣*Estimated transit time: 6-7 working days.
| Bottles | Price | Over 395.03₣* |
|---|---|---|
| 1-6 | 23.85₣ | 11.92₣ (-11.92₣) |
| 7-12 | 29.53₣ | 14.76₣ (-14.76₣) |
| 13-18 | 36.44₣ | 18.22₣ (-18.22₣) |
| 19-24 | 45.82₣ | 22.91₣ (-22.91₣) |
| 25-30 | 51.35₣ | 25.68₣ (-25.68₣) |
| 31-36 | 57.28₣ | 28.64₣ (-28.64₣) |
| 37-42 | 61.23₣ | 30.61₣ (-30.61₣) |
| 43-48 | 63.20₣ | 31.60₣ (-31.60₣) |
| 49-54 | 69.13₣ | 34.57₣ (-34.57₣) |
| 55-60 | 75.06₣ | 37.53₣ (-37.53₣) |
| VAT not included | ||
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