Tribaut Le Millesime Vintage | Champagne, France
A blend of 60% Pinot Noir – 40% Chardonnay, produced from 3 terroirs – Ecueil, Romery and Fleury-la-Rivière.
Made from a single year’s harvest, with 20% Pinot Noir vinified in large casks (foudres), this cuvée shows good maturity with a powerful vinous backdrop.
Matured 5 years sur lie before disgorgement and will keep for a further 4 years. The dosage is 7 grams of sugar per litre.
Awards :
• Gold Medal at the Concours Général Agricole de Paris
• Gold Medal at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles
• One star in the Guide Hachette des Vins
Vintage: 2009
ABV 12.5%
Grape Varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
Tasting notes: This vintage Champagne has a very complex, pastry nose revealing vanilla, hazelnut and almond notes. It has a robust structure and a nice, full character wherein its richness and complexity are complimented by peppery aromas which remain through to the finish.
Pairing suggestions: aperitif, cheese platter, perfect with refined dishes.
Producer: Tribaut Schloesser