Egly-Ouriet Les Prémices Brut 2018 Magnum
£159.42 (Inc. VAT bot. 150 cl.) / North Ireland
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Based on the 2016 vintage and deriving from vines in the Massif de Saint-Thierry, Egly's debut release of the NV Brut Les Prémices, a tank-fermented Champagne that displaces the Vignes de Vrigny as the house's entry-level bottling, was disgorged in July 2020 with two grams per liter dosage. Offering up aromas of peaches, orange rind and orchard fruit, it's full-bodied, rich and fleshy, with ripe acids and an enveloping, generous core of fruit. It's a blend of equal parts of the three grape varieties, and fully 30,000 bottles were produced.
Features
Type of wine
Pairings
Style
Occasions
Winery
Size
Appellation
Alcohol
12.5%
Grapes
Serving
Between 8ºC and 10ºC
Winemaking
Fermented with indigenous yeasts in concrete tanks. Second fermentation in bottle with a minimum ageing of 36 months before disgorgement.
Description
Egly-Ouriet Les Prémices Brut is an exceptional champagne that represents the excellence of viticulture in the Champagne region of France. This wine is the result of a balanced blend of three classic grapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier, grown in vineyards over 40 years old in the village of Trigny, adjacent to Merfy, on a plot of 3.5 hectares, which underlines its exclusivity and quality.
Winemaking
The production of this champagne is a meticulous and natural process. Fermentation occurs spontaneously without the addition of yeasts, using only indigenous yeasts. This approach highlights the purity and authentic expression of the terroir. Egly-Ouriet Les Prémices Brut matures for at least 36 months on its own yeasts, which contributes to its complexity and ageing potential. The final dosage is only 1 g/l, reflecting a low-intervention approach and highlighting the wine's intrinsic quality.
Taste
Egly-Ouriet Les Prémices Brut is a symphony of contrasts and complexities. The nose is intriguing, offering ripe aromas of beeswax and dried mango, along with fresh notes of lemon and quince. This duality of ripeness and freshness is what makes this champagne so captivating. On the palate, its true Egly-Ouriet character is revealed: impressive elegance and freshness, balanced with serene maturity. Flavours of sliced apple, blanched almonds and a hint of smokiness intertwine with ripe stone fruits, a light salinity and a chalky minerality. The wine also presents a dark dimension with notes of white tea and light tobacco, adding to its mystery and appeal.
This champagne is a true testament to the skill and dedication of Egly-Ouriet, a producer who has earned legendary status in Champagne. His Les Prémices Brut is not just a wine, but an experience that reveals new layers and nuances with every sip.
Shipping to North Ireland
50% discount on orders over £346.08Estimated transit time: 4-5 working days.
| Bottles | Price | Over £346.08 |
|---|---|---|
| 1-6 | £11.16 | £5.58 (-£5.58) |
| 7-12 | £15.14 | £7.57 (-£7.57) |
| 13-18 | £21.20 | £10.60 (-£10.60) |
| 19-24 | £28.98 | £14.49 (-£14.49) |
| 25-30 | £33.66 | £16.83 (-£16.83) |
| 31-36 | £37.64 | £18.82 (-£18.82) |
| 37-42 | £45.42 | £22.71 (-£22.71) |
| 43-48 | £49.75 | £24.87 (-£24.87) |
| 49-54 | £56.19 | £28.10 (-£28.10) |
| 55-60 | £60.39 | £30.20 (-£30.20) |
| VAT included | ||
Appellation Map
