Eric Taillet Champagne
Exclusiv T Extra Brut
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Meunier |
| Aging | Minimum ageing of 24 months on the lees |
- Grape variety: 100% Pinot Meunier, Extra Brut with a dosage of 1 g/L
- Ageing: at least 24 months on the lees for refined creaminess
- Vinification: no filtration or cold stabilisation to preserve the fruit
- Aromas: caramelised apricot, notes of vanilla, pastry and white flowers
- Pairings: serve at 6-8 °C with shellfish, fish, starters and cheeses; ageing potential 5-10 years
Description
What kind of wine it is
Champagne Exclusiv T Extra Brut by Eric Taillet is a Blanc de Noirs that highlights Pinot Meunier. This Traditional Method stands out for its elegance and creamy texture achieved through careful ageing. On the nose, it reveals aromas of ripe and caramelised apricot, while on the palate it unveils enveloping notes of vanilla cream and pastry, completed by a delicate touch of white flowers. The roundness of the sip maintains a dry profile, fully consistent with the Extra Brut dosage.
Where it comes from
The grapes are grown in six villages around Baslieux-sous-Châtillon, in the Vallée de la Marne, an area where Pinot Meunier expresses extraordinary energy. The soils, characterised by marl, clay and sand, give the wine a smooth profile and great precision on the palate. The plots, managed with a biological and sustainable approach, are home to old vines forty-five years of age. This viticultural heritage encourages aromatic concentration and ensures longevity, allowing the wine to evolve beautifully in the cellar.
How it is produced
The production of Exclusiv T Extra Brut follows the principles of the Traditional Method, with ageing on the lees for twenty-four months. To preserve the authenticity of the fruit, the wine is neither filtered nor cold stabilised. This artisanal care provides a richness ideal for accompanying shellfish and fish-based dishes. Its natural softness also makes it perfect for starters and cheeses. It is recommended to serve at a temperature of 6-8 °C to enhance its persistent and clean finish.
History and Curiosities
This Champagne from the Vallée de la Marne showcases pure Pinot Meunier from organic grapes. The 45-year-old vines are rooted in marl and clay soils, offering a traditional method Champagne that is unfiltered and aged for 24 months on the lees. It stands out for its elegant creaminess and pastry notes, making it ideal for enhancing shellfish. This Blanc de Noirs also boasts extraordinary longevity, capable of evolving for up to 10 years in the cellar.
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Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1995
- Hectares: 5
From these beautiful grapes are born wines with strong personality making the cuvèe different from each other. Eric Taillet has always created Champagne capable of gratifying the most demanding customers. A perfectionist who preserves in each of his champagne a typicality and style that is recognized at the first sip.
The vineyard covers 5.70 hectares divided into 6 municipalities around Baslieux sous Chatillon. A charming location in the heart of the great "valley de la Marne" where the Pinot Meunier reigns supreme. There are also Chardonnay and Pinot Noir used for some Cuvée. The land, which is basically marly, clayey and sandy, is a source of nutrients for the vineyards, a real blessing for the sparkling bases of this area. Read more
| Name | Eric Taillet Champagne Exclusiv T Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White green classic method sparkling wine extra brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Meunier |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Eric Taillet Champagne |
| Story | History and Curiosities This Champagne from the Vallée de la Marne showcases pure Pinot Meunier from organic grapes. The 45-year-old vines are rooted in marl and clay soils, offering a traditional method Champagne that is unfiltered and aged for 24 months on the lees. It stands out for its elegant creaminess and pastry notes, making it ideal for enhancing shellfish. This Blanc de Noirs also boasts extraordinary longevity, capable of evolving for up to 10 years in the cellar. |
| Origin | Six communes around Baslieux-sous-Châtillon, in the Vallée de la Marne (Champagne, France) |
| Soil composition | Mainly marl, clay and sand |
| Production technique | Traditional method; without filtration or cold stabilisation |
| Wine making | Traditional method; minimum ageing of 24 months on the lees; produced without filtration or cold stabilisation; dosage 1 g/L (extra brut). |
| Aging | Minimum ageing of 24 months on the lees |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |