Generosity, complexity and refinement
Palmes d’Or Brut Vintage encompasses all of the elegance and finesse of Chardonnay combined with the full body of Pinot Noir. Always a vintage, only exceptional harvests are deemed worthy of being part of its composition.
Blend:
This prestige cuvée expresses the vast diversity of the Champagne soils. A powerful Champagne with a complex, distinguished structure.
Villages
For the Chardonnay: Grand Cru Chouilly, Grand Cru Cramant,
Grand Cru Oger, Grand Cru Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Grand Cru Avize and Montgueux.
For the Pinot Noir: Grand Crus from Bouzy, Verzy, Verzenay, Aÿ and Ambonnay.
Ageing and vinification
Aged for a minimum 9 years.
Appearance:
Bright, clear deep gold and perfectly translucent, tinged with inviting, amber tones. Wonderfully rich, the effervescence forms a lovely stream of bubbles resembling fine pearls.
Nose:
Fresh, light and engaging on the nose, the Champagne reveals an understated, yet splendid oral and fruity dual character, and is extremely delicate and tenderly zingy, with aromas of herbs, dried owers and lemon zest.
Palate:
Nervous, defined and expressive, the Champagne makes a clear impression on the palate. Perfectly balanced lovely acidity and low levels of sweetness. Great structure on the palate, with a fresh and harmonious finish of impressive length. Appealing zesty flavours of lemon sorbet generously coat the palate.
Best served at 10 - 12 °C.
Food and wine pairings:
Aperitif: Langoustine banderillas.
Starter: Oven-roasted or braised scallops.
Main: Fillet of turbot or seabass served in a citrus court- bouillon, honeyed rack of veal.
Dessert: Peach tart.
