Tarlant
Champagne Zero Nature Magnum
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 1,50 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 32% Chardonnay, 32% Pinot Meunier, 32% Pinot Nero, Arbane, Petit Meslier, Pinot Bianco |
| Aging | Reserve wines aged in barriques and oak barrels; second fermentation in bottle |
- Magnum Format 1.5 L: perfect for convivial moments and an elegant table presentation
- Zero Dosage: no added sugars, dry finish and a pronounced sensation of freshness
- Grape Blend: 32% Chardonnay, 32% Meunier, 32% Pinot Noir and the presence of rare varieties
- Vinification: fermentation in steel, reserve wines aged in oak, secondary fermentation in the bottle
- Flavour Profile: fine and creamy bubbles, notes of citrus, honey, dried fruit and toasted hints
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Champagne Zero Nature Magnum by Tarlant is a pure and rigorous wine. This non-dosage Champagne is created from a careful blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir, complemented by Arbane, Petit Meslier and Pinot Blanc. In the glass, it displays a golden yellow colour with greenish highlights, revealing a complex aromatic profile of citrus fruits, honey, dried fruit and toasted notes. On the palate, it is full-bodied, dry and remarkably fresh, enhanced by a fine and creamy perlage. The absence of dosage makes it ideal for enhancing oysters and sushi, and it also pairs perfectly with fish-based dishes and cheeses.
Where it comes from
Its origins lie in the Champagne region, in the village of Œuilly. The vines sink their roots into chalky soils, sand, limestone and clay, a composition that gives the wine a profound gustatory tension. As an independent winemaker, Tarlant pursues a faithful expression of the terroir through separate vinifications for each micro-terroir. This artisanal care is reflected in a clear and vibrant sip, where the characteristics of the land of origin emerge with energy and a structure of notable freshness.
How it is produced
The process strictly follows the Champenoise Method, beginning with a first fermentation in steel. The base wine is enriched by the addition of reserve wines aged in oak barrels, gaining depth and complexity. To preserve the aromatic integrity, malolactic fermentation is not carried out. After the prise de mousse, the cycle concludes with manual disgorgement. The total absence of sugar dosage gives a dry and lively finish, highlighting an impeccable balance between structural depth and gustatory drive.
History and Curiosities
Active in Œuilly since 1687, the historic family-run maison presents Champagne Tarlant Zero Nature in the convivial Magnum format, a true expression of the mastery of an independent winemaker. Under the guidance of Benoît Tarlant, the estate enhances the micro-terroir through rigorous separate vinifications. Thanks to the decision not to carry out malolactic fermentation and to mature the reserve wines in fine oak barrels, a pure and vibrant Dosage Zero is born. The absence of added sugars reveals an artisanal masterpiece.
Awards
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94/100
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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90/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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92/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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92/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1687
- Oenologist: Benoît Tarlant
- Bottles produced: 110.000
- Hectares: 14
Today, the Tarlant family owns 14 hectares of vineyards divided into 60 prestigious parcels, among which a free-standing plot (Les Sables) stands out, surviving the phylloxera epidemic thanks to the very sandy soil. Benoît Tarlant, representative of the XIV generation of the Tralant, cultivates these vineyards with great environmental sensitivity, attention to the micro-territoriality and the peculiarities of each individual parcel, demonstrating great qualities of vigneron and oenologist. In the cellar, separate vinification is preferred in barrique, but steel and cement vats are also used. We tend not to carry out the malolactic fermentation and the reserve wines are kept in cask.
Tarlant Champagne is rigorous, artisanal and complex, but it is not difficult or difficult. Tarlant was a forerunner in the 90s of zero doses and today all production, limited to just over 100,000 bottles a year, consists of pas dosé and extra brut. The style of these Champagne reveals a skilful and well-balanced use of wood and the exaltation of each micro-terroir: an elegant and balanced style that retains all the charm of the great Champagne. Read more
| Name | Tarlant Champagne Zero Nature Magnum |
|---|---|
| Type | White green classic method sparkling wine pas dosé |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 1,50 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 32% Chardonnay, 32% Pinot Meunier, 32% Pinot Nero, Arbane, Petit Meslier, Pinot Bianco |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Tarlant |
| Story | History and Curiosities Active in Œuilly since 1687, the historic family-run maison presents Champagne Tarlant Zero Nature in the convivial Magnum format, a true expression of the mastery of an independent winemaker. Under the guidance of Benoît Tarlant, the estate enhances the micro-terroir through rigorous separate vinifications. Thanks to the decision not to carry out malolactic fermentation and to mature the reserve wines in fine oak barrels, a pure and vibrant Dosage Zero is born. The absence of added sugars reveals an artisanal masterpiece. |
| Origin | Œuilly (France) |
| Soil composition | Gypsum, gypsum mixed with clay, sand, limestone |
| Production technique | Traditional method (Méthode Champenoise), second fermentation in the bottle, manual disgorgement |
| Wine making | First fermentation in stainless steel; addition of reserve wines aged in barrique; second fermentation in bottle according to the Champenoise Method; manual disgorgement. |
| Aging | Reserve wines aged in barriques and oak barrels; second fermentation in bottle |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |