{"product_id":"egly-ouriet-champagne-grand-cru-extra-brut-millesime-2017","title":"Egly Ouriet Champagne Grand Cru Extra Brut Millesime 2017","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEgly-Ouriet Grand Cru Extra Brut Champagne\u003c\/strong\u003e is a wine of excellent structure, born from the skilful \u003cstrong\u003eblend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e. Produced by Egly-Ouriet, it stands out for its energy and freshness, displaying an intense and brilliant golden colour in the glass. Tasting this \u003cstrong\u003eExtra Brut Traditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e, the palate is enveloped by a full and decisive body, which fades into a persistent, subtly \u003cstrong\u003emineral finish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine draws its identity from the Ambonnay area, renowned for its \u003cstrong\u003echalky soils\u003c\/strong\u003e that reflect sunlight and aid water absorption for the old vines. Vineyard management follows strict sustainability criteria. The \u003cstrong\u003eChampagne terroir\u003c\/strong\u003e imparts a distinct \u003cstrong\u003esavoury character\u003c\/strong\u003e to the sip, with mineral notes and a slight hint of black pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification uses \u003cstrong\u003eindigenous yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e for the first fermentation, followed by slow maturation in \u003cstrong\u003eoak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. The subsequent refermentation in the bottle involves \u003cstrong\u003eninety-six months on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e, which enhances its gustatory complexity. The absence of filtration preserves the wine's integrity and promotes longevity. The bouquet weaves together notes of white fruit and \u003cstrong\u003esweet spices such as vanilla\u003c\/strong\u003e, with elegant touches of honey and green tea.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe excellence of Egly-Ouriet is fully expressed in this \u003cstrong\u003eChampagne Grand Cru\u003c\/strong\u003e, originating from the chalky soils of Ambonnay. Produced from estate-grown grapes using indigenous yeasts, it matures in oak barrels and rests for \u003cstrong\u003e96 months on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e without any filtration. It offers a full body, with notes of peach, vanilla and green tea, fading into a mineral finish. Rated 96 points by Vinous, this \u003cstrong\u003eMetodo Classico\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra Brut stands out for its absolute freshness, destined to evolve with rare harmony and elegance for over twenty-five years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Egly-Ouriet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47746019983531,"sku":"62515","price":668.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-ch\/products\/egly-ouriet-champagne-grand-cru-extra-brut-millesime-2017","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}