Tribaut Brut | Champagne, France
Tribaut Brut Origine is a fresh and fruity Champagne, middle to full bodied, that shows great length and good balance on the palate.
It is a blend of 40% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Meunier selected from 8 different terroirs; and includes 10% reserve wines aged in large oak casks (foudres).
Matured 3 years sur lie before disgorgement; dosage is 8 grams of sugar per litre.
Awards :
• 16.5/20 by Jancis Robinson
• Coup de Coeur (favourite) and 2 stars in the Guide HACHETTE
• Gold Medal at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles
• 90 Points in Wine Spectator
• 4* Stars & Silver Medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards
• Silver Medal at Mundus Vini – Grand International Award (Germany)
Tribaut-Schloesser was founded in 1929 in the heart of the champagne region in Romery, near Epernay. Four generations of the family have now built upon their passion and expertise to produce a range of impressively delicate and refined Champagnes.
Vintage: Non Vintage
ABV 12.5%
Grape Varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir
Tasting notes: A fruity nose with hints of pear and plum, as well as lovely overtones derived from the oak aged reserve wines which go into the blend. The palate is fresh with a mixture of toast and fruit that remain lively and light, the finish has great length, with a touch of lemon that lingers on the palate.
Pairing suggestions: aperitif, cheese platter, shellfish, apple tart
Producer: Tribaut Schloesser