Hure Freres
Champagne Invitation Extra Brut
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 40% Pinot Meunier, 40% Pinot Nero, 20% Chardonnay |
| Aging | 30–36 mesi sui lieviti |
- Classic method Extra Brut: second fermentation in the bottle with a dosage of 4 g/L
- Blend composition: 40% Pinot Meunier, 40% Pinot Noir, 20% Chardonnay
- Aromas on the nose: ripe fruit, plums, cherries and a hint of toasted bread
- Balanced taste: supple and captivating sip, with a dry and clean finish
- Serving temperature and pairings: 6–8 °C, ideal with shellfish, white fish and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Champagne Invitation Extra Brut by Hure Freres is a sparkling wine produced using the Traditional Method, an authentic expression of the Montagne de Reims terroir. This wine is created from a harmonious blend of Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. On the nose, distinct notes of ripe fruit and toasted bread emerge, enriched by delicate hints of plum and cherry. On the palate, it is supple, offering a balanced and captivating sip. Its vibrant structure and remarkable clarity make it the ideal pairing to enhance refined starters, dishes based on shellfish, white fish and cheeses.
Where it comes from
The origin of this sparkling wine is deeply rooted in the Montagne de Reims, particularly in the communes of Ludes and Villedommange, in the heart of the Champagne region. Hure Freres is a family-run estate founded just over fifty years ago, whose philosophy revolves around showcasing the different plots. Through meticulous grape selection, the winery is able to best express the soils of origin, ensuring a precise identity and innate elegance. This artisanal care translates into remarkable structural complexity, capable of ensuring a longevity of 5-10 years.
How it is produced
The production follows the rules of the Traditional Method, involving a second fermentation in the bottle. After blending the base wines, the cuvée undergoes 30-36 months of ageing on the lees, an essential step to enhance aromatic complexity. This wine stands out for its Extra Brut dosage, with a residual sugar content that ensures a taut and dry flavour profile. The rigorous production approach delivers a balanced sip, capable of fully expressing its qualities when tasted at a serving temperature of 6-8°C.
History and Curiosities
Born from the passion of the renowned maison Huré Frères in Ludes, Invitation Extra Brut expresses the essence of the Montagne de Reims terroir. This captivating Traditional Method matures for 30-36 months on the lees, revealing complex aromas of ripe fruit, plums, cherries and toasted bread. The elegant blend of Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay envelops the palate with a balanced and harmonious sip, perfect for accompanying shellfish and cheeses. Celebrated and highly awarded by critics, this label guarantees an excellent longevity of 5-10 years.
Awards
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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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91/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
values to the next generation, all this and more makes up the story of Champagne Huré-Fréres: started just over 50 years ago and still very much a family business.Today Raoul Huré and his two sons, Francois and Pierre invite you to discover their maison at Ludes in the Montagne de Reims.
What we believe in : Champagne is a patchwork quilt of different terroirs with each Village, each slope and eachplot of land offering its own unique aromatic profile.
Everything we do is designed not only to respect these differences but to express them as much as possible.
When it comes to our Winemaking we select only the finest grapes so as to make champagnes that are complex and elegant: a living reflection, in fact, of the soil from which they are born.
Different yet unique, our champagnes are waiting to be discovered by lovers of fine Wine everywhere. Read more
| Name | Hure Freres Champagne Invitation Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine extra brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 40% Pinot Meunier, 40% Pinot Nero, 20% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Hure Freres |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born from the passion of the renowned maison Huré Frères in Ludes, Invitation Extra Brut expresses the essence of the Montagne de Reims terroir. This captivating Traditional Method matures for 30-36 months on the lees, revealing complex aromas of ripe fruit, plums, cherries and toasted bread. The elegant blend of Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay envelops the palate with a balanced and harmonious sip, perfect for accompanying shellfish and cheeses. Celebrated and highly awarded by critics, this label guarantees an excellent longevity of 5 0 years. |
| Origin | Montagne de Reims, in particular Ludes and Villedommange |
| Fermentation | 30–36 months on the lees |
| Production technique | Traditional method (classic method) |
| Wine making | Traditional method (metodo classico) with ageing on the lees for 30–36 months; Extra Brut dosage (approx. 4 g/L). |
| Aging | 30–36 mesi sui lieviti |
| Residual sugar | 4.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |