Drappier
Champagne Charles de Gaulle Brut
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 80% Pinot Nero, 20% Chardonnay |
| Aging | After bottling, the wine is aged 5 years in the bottle. |
| Product name | Champagne Charles de Gaulle Brut |
| Perfume | Very fine nose, citrus, apple, almond and nutmeg. |
| Taste | Once in the mouth, Cuvée Charles de Gaulle is remarkably complex, with a creamy sensation and slightly candied notes. |
| Pairings | Ideal as an aperitif. Pheasant stuffed with foie gras, mixed green salad with strips of guinea fowl, Brie de Meaux. |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Country | France |
Description
An emblematic figure in the history of France, General de Gaulle was a loyal consumer of the Maison Drappier, close to the General's country home at Colombey les Deux Eglises. We pay tribute to the great man in this cuvée that reveals power, character and elegance.
Awards
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90/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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92/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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91/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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91/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Details
Perfume
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C.
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Pairings
- Start up year: 1808
Seven centuries later (in 1808), the Drappier family estate was established around the magnificently preserved medieval Abbey. Today, it is managed by Michel Drappier and is used to store and age the exceptional wines he produces.
We planted our vineyard in Urville, the terroir that welcomed the Pinot Noir grape variety that now "runs in our veins" and we manage it according to organic and natural practices.
Our vineyards are like family archives that perpetuate our history. We grow heirloom grape varieties that deserve to be remembered: Fromenteau, Arbanne, Petit Meslier and Blanc Vrai. While many seek to achieve sophisticated excellence, we prefer natural and authentic qualities. We also highlight the many facets of our terroirs through our vinification techniques: our low sugar dosage and moderate use of sulfites – especially in the production of Drappier Brut Nature Sans Soufre. Read more
| Name | Drappier Champagne Charles de Gaulle Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 80% Pinot Nero, 20% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Drappier |
| Soil composition | Jurassic Kimmeridgian limestone. |
| Wine making | Only first-pressing wines made using mechanical presses with light pressure. Pumping is avoided by decanting only by gravity to avoid oxidation. Very low use of sulphur dioxide (less than 30 mg/l). Natural settling Alcoholic fermentation lasts about two weeks at low temperature. Malolactic fermentation is carried out naturally and completely. There is no filtration. 50% of the wine is matured in oak barrels for 1 year. |
| Aging | After bottling, the wine is aged 5 years in the bottle. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |