Barons de Rothschild Champagne Rare Collection Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 2012

Name: Barons de Rothschild Champagne Rare Collection Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 2012
Brand: Barons de Rothschild
SKU: 43484
Price: 283.0 EUR
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White classic method sparkling wine extra brut

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Denomination	Champagne AOC
Size	0,75 l
Alcohol content	12.0% by volume
Area	Champagne region (France)
Grape varieties	100% Chardonnay
Aging	8 years minimum on the lees.
Year	2012
Product name	Rare Collection Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 2012
Color	Lovely bright pale gold hue with crystalline glints.
Perfume	The fullness and richness of this sunny vintage are complemented by a fresh, chalky minerality. Notes of white-fleshed fruit and candied lemon are followed by aromas of roasting and dried fruit and nuts, such as apricots and grilled almonds.
Taste	The broad, fresh and vertical entry to the palate reveals great complexity. Notes of citrus fruit and lemon zest underpin a long finish of toasty mocha and vanilla overtones, creating a perfect blend of freshness and character.
Pairings	It is a perfect accompaniment to poached turbot, lightly spiced poultry breast and wing fillets, or a medallion of veal with morel mushrooms.
Region	Champagne region
Country	France

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Description

The quintessence of the Barons de Rothschild style. The tiny production receives the same meticulous care as that lavished on the Rothschild Family’s most prestigious Grands Vins.

Awards

2012

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2012

93
/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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Perfume

The fullness and richness of this sunny vintage are complemented by a fresh, chalky minerality. Notes of white-fleshed fruit and candied lemon are followed by aromas of roasting and dried fruit and nuts, such as apricots and grilled almonds.

Color

Lovely bright pale gold hue with crystalline glints.

Taste

The broad, fresh and vertical entry to the palate reveals great complexity. Notes of citrus fruit and lemon zest underpin a long finish of toasty mocha and vanilla overtones, creating a perfect blend of freshness and character.

Serve at:

08 - 10 °C.

Longevity:

10 - 15 years

Pairings

It is a perfect accompaniment to poached turbot, lightly spiced poultry breast and wing fillets, or a medallion of veal with morel mushrooms.

Starters

Fish

Shellfish

Cheese

Poultry

White fish

Producer

Barons de Rothschild

From this winery

Vision, entrepreneurship and excellence have guided the Rothschild Family since the birth of its founder Mayer Amschel Rothschild in 1744. With expertise in making great wines since 1853, the different branches of the Family are today responsible for some of the most renowned estates in the world such as Château Mouton-Rothschild or Château Lafite-Rothschild. Read more

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Name	Barons de Rothschild Champagne Rare Collection Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 2012
Type	White classic method sparkling wine extra brut
Denomination	Champagne AOC
Vintage	2012
Size	0,75 l
Alcohol content	12.0% by volume
Grape varieties	100% Chardonnay
Country	France
Region	Champagne region
Vendor	Barons de Rothschild
Origin	Le Mesnil-sur-Oger
Wine making	Vinification by individual plot in small 20hl stainless steel vats with a small proportion in barrels.
Aging	8 years minimum on the lees.
Allergens	Contains sulphites