Eric Taillet Champagne
Egali't Brut
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 34% Pinot Meunier, 33% Chardonnay, 33% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Aged for a minimum of 24 months on the lees |
- Blend: Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in balanced proportions
- Traditional Method: wooden pressing, no malolactic fermentation, 24 months on the lees
- Aromatic profile: notes of citrus, hawthorn, lime blossom and a subtle hint of honey
- Taste and bubbles: dry, fresh and savoury, fine perlage, mentholated finish
- Pairings: pairs well with fish, shellfish and cheese throughout the meal
Description
What kind of wine it is
Champagne Egali’t Brut is created from a blend of Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, crafted strictly using the Traditional Method. In the glass, it displays a golden yellow colour, enhanced by a fine and persistent perlage. The bouquet evokes notes of citrus, hawthorn and linden, enriched by a delicate hint of honey. On the palate, it is dry, fresh and savoury, with a pleasant mentholated finish. Its vertical structure, preserved by the absence of malolactic fermentation, makes it perfect to pair with fish dishes, shellfish and cheeses.
Where it comes from
This wine is produced in France, in the heart of the Marne Valley, from vineyards located near Baslieux-sous-Châtillon. The vines of the Eric Taillet winery grow on clay-limestone soils, an ideal terrain to impart savouriness and vibrancy to the wine. This specific terroir particularly enhances Pinot Meunier, the symbolic grape variety of the area. The constant care dedicated to these plots allows for a pure and deeply territorial expression of Champagne.
How it is produced
Production begins with the use of a traditional wooden press, from which first-press must is obtained for Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier, and second-press for Pinot Noir. The musts are clarified naturally, avoiding malolactic fermentation to maintain the varietal freshness. After bottling, the cuvée undergoes lees ageing for at least 24 months. A Brut dosage of 6 grams per litre completes the profile, ensuring a dry, clean and elegantly balanced sip.
History and Curiosities
The fascinating Champagne AOC Egali’t Brut represents the authentic expression of the family-run Eric Taillet winery, located in Baslieux-sous-Châtillon. Born from vineyards cultivated on clay-limestone soils dominated by Pinot Meunier, it is produced using the traditional method with the aid of a classic wooden press. The must is naturally clarified and does not undergo malolactic fermentation, in order to preserve its absolute freshness. Ageing for at least 24 months on the lees gives this Brut an elegant personality and a distinctive style.
Awards
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89/100
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Tasting notes
Perlage
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Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
Over 25 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 Egali't Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 34% Pinot Meunier, 33% Chardonnay, 33% Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Eric Taillet Champagne |
| Story | History and Curiosities The fascinating Champagne AOC Egali’t Brut represents the authentic expression of the family-run Eric Taillet winery, located in Baslieux-sous-Châtillon. Born from vineyards cultivated on clay-limestone soils dominated by Pinot Meunier, it is produced using the traditional method with the aid of a classic wooden press. The must is naturally clarified and does not undergo malolactic fermentation, in order to preserve its absolute freshness. Ageing for at least 24 months on the lees gives this Brut an elegant personality and a distinctive style. |
| Origin | Municipalities around Baslieux-sous-Châtillon in the Marne Valley |
| Soil composition | Clay-limestone soil |
| Production technique | Traditional method |
| Wine making | Pressing is carried out with a traditional wooden press. The first pressing must is from Chardonnay and Meunier, the second from Pinot Noir. The must is clarified using natural methods. No malolactic fermentation. |
| Aging | Aged for a minimum of 24 months on the lees |
| Residual sugar | 6.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |