Ratings
WA 94 · AG 94 · WS 94 · JS 92 · JG 92
Identity
| Producer | Vilmart & Cie |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Premier Cru |
| Color | White |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Bright yellow hue |
| Aroma | Aromas of pear, white peach, spring flowers, spices, lemon oil, menthol, lemon confit, dried flowers, mint, marzipan, pralines, hazelnut, candied lemon and orange zest, with notes of star fruit, pastry cream, croissants, fresh baked bread, and poached apples |
| Palate | Medium to full-bodied, pure and crystalline with a fleshy core of fruit, bright acids, seamless texture, refined mousse, chalky texture, luxurious feel, and a long saline finish |
| Finish | Long, saline finish with notes of pralines, peaches, apricot, chalk, roasted shellfish, and a gentle humming salinity |
| Food Pairing | Sole, Turbot, Prawns, Oysters, Soft creamy textured meals |
| Serving Temp | 8-10°C |
Profile
Sweetness (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Complexity (1-5)
HIGH
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Interesting facts
| Vilmart & Cie is a historic grower Champagne house founded in 1890, known for estate-grown grapes and barrel fermentation in oak, with no malolactic fermentation to preserve freshness and complexity. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |