Etienne Calsac
Champagne Blanc de Blancs L'échappée Belle Extra Brut
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Aged for 20% in oak barrels and the remainder in stainless steel tanks |
- Grape variety and style: 100% Chardonnay, Extra Brut with a dry and taut profile
- Aromas: Hints of citrus, green apple, exotic fruit and pronounced mineral notes
- Taste and bubbles: Fine and persistent perlage, savouriness and a citrus-mineral finish
- Vinification: Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, no filtration
- Ageing: 20% in oak barrels, the remainder in steel, use of reserve wines
Description
What kind of wine is it
Échappée Belle by Etienne Calsac is a Champagne Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut made from Chardonnay grapes and produced using the Traditional Method. The straw-yellow glass with golden highlights is enlivened by a fine and persistent perlage. On the nose, it releases aromas of citrus, green apple and exotic fruit, accompanied by clear mineral notes. On the palate, it is decidedly dry and savoury, with a dynamic finish that is ideal for pairing with shellfish, lean fish, sushi and mature cheeses.
Where does it come from
The grapes come from vineyards located between the Côte des Blancs, the Côte de Sézanne and the Grande Vallée de la Marne, in the heart of Champagne. The clay-limestone soils of these areas give the grapes remarkable expressive energy. This particular geological matrix ensures a taut structure and a profound mineral imprint. Such characteristics outline a linear flavour profile, a faithful expression of the territory of origin.
How is it produced
The vinification process involves spontaneous fermentations carried out by indigenous yeasts and continues with malolactic fermentation. The creation of the blend benefits from the structural contribution of reserve wines. Maturation takes place between oak barrels and stainless steel tanks, without filtration or fining to preserve the integrity of the raw material. The low residual sugar defines the dry and rigorous character of the Extra Brut dosage.
History and Curiosities
L’Échappée Belle by Etienne Calsac is a refined Champagne Blanc de Blancs made exclusively from Chardonnay grown on clay-limestone soils. This authentic cuvée is created through spontaneous fermentations with indigenous yeasts and is unfiltered, thus preserving the purest essence of the terroir. The meticulous vinification, which combines reserve wines with 20% aged in oak barrels, delivers a dry and savoury Extra Brut profile. The palate enchants with a fine and persistent perlage, revealing fresh citrus notes, green apple, and an unforgettable mineral finish.
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Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
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Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
| Name | Etienne Calsac Champagne Blanc de Blancs L'echappee Belle Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White green classic method sparkling wine extra brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Etienne Calsac |
| Story | History and Curiosities L’Échappée Belle by Etienne Calsac is a refined Champagne Blanc de Blancs made exclusively from Chardonnay grown on clay-limestone soils. This authentic cuvée is created through spontaneous fermentations with indigenous yeasts and is unfiltered, thus preserving the purest essence of the terroir. The meticulous vinification, which combines reserve wines with 20% aged in oak barrels, delivers a dry and savoury Extra Brut profile. The palate enchants with a fine and persistent perlage, revealing fresh citrus notes, green apple, and an unforgettable mineral finish. |
| Origin | Avize (France) |
| Soil composition | Clayey, calcareous |
| Plants per hectare | 7575 |
| Production technique | Traditional method |
| Wine making | Fermentations are spontaneous with indigenous yeasts, including malolactic fermentation; vinification is partly carried out in oak barrels (20%) and the remainder in stainless steel tanks; use of reserve wines; without filtration or clarification. |
| Aging | Aged for 20% in oak barrels and the remainder in stainless steel tanks |
| Residual sugar | 2.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |