Drappier Millésime d'Exception 2018 is a vintage champagne that tells the story of an entire year in the vineyards, a captivating story of terroir and know-how. This cuvée faithfully embodies Drappier's values, highlighting the balance, complexity and depth characteristic of the house. For this exceptional vintage, only the purest first-press juices are carefully selected. The working process is meticulous, with gravity handling to avoid any unwanted oxidation. This precious champagne is the fruit of a meticulous blend, combining 66% Pinot Noir and 34% Chardonnay. The grapes come from limestone plots, steeped in history, that belonged to the monks of Clairvaux and face due south on mid-slopes of Kimmeridgian Jurassic formation. The 2018 Millésime d'Exception is vinified and aged in oak barrels, where malolactic fermentation takes place naturally and completely. Unfiltered and dosed as Extra Brut, this champagne reveals all its complexity from the first contact. Upon opening, an intoxicating ballet of aromas unfolds, subtly blending notes of citrus, bread, hazelnuts and almonds, thus offering a rich and captivating sensory experience. On the palate, this exceptional vintage begins with a frank and clean attack, before rounding out and revealing its full aromatic palette. Vanilla nuances, a gourmet touch and a beautiful vinosity complete this unforgettable taste symphony.
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Nose : Upon opening, an intoxicating ballet of aromas unfolds, subtly blending notes of citrus, bread, hazelnuts and almonds, offering a rich and captivating sensory experience.
Palate : On the palate, this exceptional vintage begins with a frank and clean attack, before rounding out and revealing its full aromatic palette. Vanilla nuances, a gourmet touch and a beautiful vinosity complete this unforgettable taste symphony.
FEATURES
Grape varieties : 66% Pinot Noir and 34% Chardonnay.
Pairings : The 2018 Millésime d'Exception from Drappier, a true ambassador of the Champagne terroir, is an ideal companion for an aperitif, but also a partner of choice to accompany refined dishes such as veal blanquette, chicken fricassee, risotto or sole à la plancha.
Dosage : less than 6 gr/l.
Reward: 17 / 20 Bettane & Desseauve Guide
Serving temperature: Served at 7°C.
THE BRAND
The Drappier house , established in 1808 in Urville by François Drappier, began modestly with a few hectares of vines. Over the years, its expansion has been gradual. In 1930, Georges Collot, maternal grandfather of Michel Drappier, current director of the company, undertook a bold initiative by replanting Pinot Noir in Urville, thus reviving a grape variety that had disappeared from the region. Initially mocked and nicknamed "Father Pinot", his vision proved prophetic. Today, Pinot Noir proudly dominates 75% of the Urville vineyards, and constitutes almost the majority of the grape varieties of the Drappier estate . In 1965, a Drappier Pinot Noir cuvée seduced General de Gaulle, who adopted it for his family moments in Colombey-les-deux-Églises. As a fan of the strong character of Champagne Drappier, he became one of its most illustrious clients. At that time, Maison Drappier gained fame, becoming inextricably linked to the emblematic figure of the General. His favorite Champagne was on the tables of La Boisserie, his private residence near Urville. In 1990, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the appeal of June 18, the Charles de Gaulle cuvée was born, a vibrant tribute to this great man in the history of France. Currently, the vineyard of Maison Drappier covers an area of 55 hectares, supplemented by the purchase of grapes for an almost equivalent area. Michel and Sylvie's three children, Charline, Hugo and Antoine, represent the eighth generation of the Drappier family, thus perpetuating the tradition and winemaking heritage of the house. The best vintages from Maison Drappier include Brut Nature champagne, Carte D'Or, Charles de Gaulle vintage, Clarevallis, Grande Sendrée 2010 and Brut Exception Millésimé.
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Drappier Millésime d'Exception 2018 is a vintage champagne that tells the story of an entire year in the vineyards, a captivating story of terroir and know-how. This cuvée faithfully embodies Drappier's values, highlighting the balance, complexity and depth characteristic of the house. For this exceptional vintage, only the purest first-press juices are carefully selected. The working process is meticulous, with gravity handling to avoid any unwanted oxidation. This precious champagne is the fruit of a meticulous blend, combining 66% Pinot Noir and 34% Chardonnay. The grapes come from limestone plots, steeped in history, that belonged to the monks of Clairvaux and face due south on mid-slopes of Kimmeridgian Jurassic formation. The 2018 Millésime d'Exception is vinified and aged in oak barrels, where malolactic fermentation takes place naturally and completely. Unfiltered and dosed as Extra Brut, this champagne reveals all its complexity from the first contact. Upon opening, an intoxicating ballet of aromas unfolds, subtly blending notes of citrus, bread, hazelnuts and almonds, thus offering a rich and captivating sensory experience. On the palate, this exceptional vintage begins with a frank and clean attack, before rounding out and revealing its full aromatic palette. Vanilla nuances, a gourmet touch and a beautiful vinosity complete this unforgettable taste symphony.
