Mandois
Champagne Origine Brut
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.2% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 40% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Meunier, 30% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Aged on the lees for three years in 18th-century cellars; bottle ageing for a minimum of 40 months; some parcels of Pinot Meunier matured in 600 L oak barrels (demi-muids). |
- Blend: 40% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir, 30% Pinot Meunier; 12.2% vol
- Method: bottle refermentation and ageing on the lees for around 3 years
- Aromas: notes of ripe fruit and lime, with hints of brioche and toasted honey; dry finish
- Perlage and colour: fine and persistent bubbles; golden yellow colour
- Serving and pairings: serve at 8-10°C; ideal as an aperitif with oysters, fish and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Champagne Mandois Brut Origine is created from a meticulous blend of grapes including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Crafted using the Traditional Method, essential for developing a fine and persistent perlage, it displays a golden yellow colour. On the nose, it offers aromas of ripe fruit, lime, fresh plum, white flowers and brioche. On the palate, it is dry and rounded, enriched by hints of lightly toasted honey, salted caramel and candied citron. The finish is dry and elegantly balanced.
Where it comes from
This wine originates from the surroundings of Pierry, a historic village near Épernay. The Mandois vineyards span renowned terroirs along the Côte d’Épernay, the Côte des Blancs, the Côte de Sézanne and the Côte des Bar. Among these stands the Clos Mandois, a prized walled vineyard home to mature vines. The agricultural approach is fully respectful of the ecosystem, employing organic farming methods to encourage pure varietal expression and capture the authentic essence of these celebrated slopes.
How it is produced
The grapes, hand-harvested, ferment spontaneously thanks to the action of indigenous yeasts. Vinification takes place mainly in stainless steel, while some parcels of Pinot Meunier mature in oak barrels to enhance aromatic depth. After malolactic fermentation and the addition of reserve wines, the wine undergoes secondary fermentation in the bottle. A prolonged ageing on the lees in historic cellars imparts great complexity. Finally, the low sugar dosage defines the dry and assertive character typical of the Brut style.
History and Curiosities
Brut Origine embodies the heritage of the Henri Mandois maison in Pierry, a prestigious Premier Cru village. Boasting a noble tradition dating back to 1735, this wine matures in evocative eighteenth-century cellars. The use of historic oak barrels enhances the intensity of the Pinot Meunier from the old vines of Clos Mandois, a rare walled vineyard. Awarded prestigious accolades by Hachette and Wine Spectator, this refined Traditional Method wine masterfully blends centuries-old history with pure artisanal craftsmanship.
Awards
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88/100
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Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
- Start up year: 1735
Thanks to Victor’s passion for his craft, shared by the ensuing generations inspired by his work, Champagne Mandois is now available around the world and is reputed to be among the great Champagne Houses. Read more
| Name | Mandois Champagne Origine Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.2% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 40% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Meunier, 30% Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Mandois |
| Story | History and Curiosities Brut Origine embodies the heritage of the Henri Mandois maison in Pierry, a prestigious Premier Cru village. Boasting a noble tradition dating back to 1735, this wine matures in evocative eighteenth-century cellars. The use of historic oak barrels enhances the intensity of the Pinot Meunier from the old vines of Clos Mandois, a rare walled vineyard. Awarded prestigious accolades by Hachette and Wine Spectator, this refined Traditional Method wine masterfully blends centuries-old history with pure artisanal craftsmanship. |
| Origin | Pierry, Champagne, France |
| Fermentation | Approximately 3 years |
| Production technique | Traditional method (classic method) with bottle fermentation |
| Wine making | Traditional method (méthode traditionnelle) with secondary fermentation in the bottle; hand-harvested grapes; both alcoholic and malolactic fermentation completed; vinification mainly in stainless steel with a small portion in oak barrels, use of indigenous yeasts and very light filtration; some parcels of Pinot Meunier are traditionally matured in 600 L oak barrels (demi-muids); ageing on the lees for about 3 years with bottle ageing for a minimum of 40 months and the use of a significant proportion of reserve wines; low dosage for a brut style. |
| Aging | Aged on the lees for three years in 18th-century cellars; bottle ageing for a minimum of 40 months; some parcels of Pinot Meunier matured in 600 L oak barrels (demi-muids). |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |