The Les Hauts d'Épernay cuvée, produced by Philippe Lancelot, is an organic vintage champagne with remarkable balance, ideal as an aperitif or to accompany fish and shellfish. The 2018 vintage marks the third edition of this cuvée, with the aim of best transcribing the DNA of each vintage through their pure and unique character. Les Hauts d'Épernay 2018 is a meticulous blend of Chardonnay (48%), Pinot Noir (35%) and Meunier (17%). The grapes come from vines aged 35 to 50 years, planted on the elevated terroirs of Épernay, notably the “Boissimon” and “Saint Antoine” plots. Harvested at optimum maturity, this cuvée is vinified in vats and oak barrels, with a minimal addition of sulfur and a very light dosage to preserve the natural balance of the Champagne. This organic extra brut champagne offers a beautiful concentration and great tension. Its golden and brilliant color reveals aromas of vine peach, sweet orange and white fruits. Produced in limited quantities, only 3484 bottles of this exceptional cuvée are available. Whether at the start of a meal or as an aperitif, this champagne reveals all its potential at a temperature of 12 to 14 ° C.
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Nose : Expressive and fragrant, revealing subtle notes of yellow fruits accompanied by touches of vanilla.
Palate : Beautiful complexity. Supple and aromatic, it is perfectly balanced between fruity aromas and a beautiful minerality leading to a long and delicious finish, supported by a fine effervescence.
FEATURES
Grape varieties : A careful blend of Chardonnay (48%), Pinot Noir (35%) and Meunier (17%).
Pairings : Late evening aperitif, white meats and grilled fish.
Dosage : 1.5gr/l.
Serving temperature: 12 to 14°.
THE BRAND
In the early 19th century, Jean-Baptiste Lancelot began his winemaking career in Cramant while also serving as Head Winemaker at Mumm. His son, Jean, also involved in several houses, began bottling champagne from his own vineyards. The first sales took place just after the Second World War. Subsequently, Albert, one of Jean’s sons, trained in oenology and married Brigitte Pienne, whose family owned vineyards in Monthelon, south of Epernay. In 1967, the properties were merged, giving birth to the Lancelot-Pienne house. In 1995, their son Gilles, a trained oenologist, took over the reins. Gilles Lancelot joined forces with Céline Perceval, and today, they reside in one of the magnificent homes in Cramant, formerly owned by Mumm. In 2012, the transition to biodynamic practices was initiated on all plots, leading to obtaining AB Ecocert certification in 2014, Demeter in 2015 and Biodyvin in 2020.
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The Les Hauts d'Épernay cuvée, produced by Philippe Lancelot, is an organic vintage champagne with remarkable balance, ideal as an aperitif or to accompany fish and shellfish. The 2018 vintage marks the third edition of this cuvée, with the aim of best transcribing the DNA of each vintage through their pure and unique character. Les Hauts d'Épernay 2018 is a meticulous blend of Chardonnay (48%), Pinot Noir (35%) and Meunier (17%). The grapes come from vines aged 35 to 50 years, planted on the elevated terroirs of Épernay, notably the “Boissimon” and “Saint Antoine” plots. Harvested at optimum maturity, this cuvée is vinified in vats and oak barrels, with a minimal addition of sulfur and a very light dosage to preserve the natural balance of the Champagne. This organic extra brut champagne offers a beautiful concentration and great tension. Its golden and brilliant color reveals aromas of vine peach, sweet orange and white fruits. Produced in limited quantities, only 3484 bottles of this exceptional cuvée are available. Whether at the start of a meal or as an aperitif, this champagne reveals all its potential at a temperature of 12 to 14 ° C.
Reward : 95/100 Le Figaro
