Nicolas Feuillatte
Champagne Reserve Exclusive Brut
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Reserve 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 | Bottle ageing for at least 3 years (3-4 years) |
- Grape composition: 40% Pinot Noir, 40% Pinot Meunier, 20% Chardonnay
- Extended maturation: 3–4 years in bottle, exceeding the minimum requirement of 15 months
- Aromatic notes: apple, pear, apricot, white flowers and subtle spices
- Tasting sensations: creaminess and freshness, fine and persistent bubbles
- Recommended pairings: ideal as an aperitif, with fish, shellfish, poultry and mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte Reserve Exclusive Brut is an outstanding wine with a fresh and elegant profile, crafted using the Traditional Method. It is created from a harmonious blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay, revealing a straw yellow colour in the glass, enlivened by a fine and persistent perlage. On the palate, it is creamy, with a pronounced freshness that carries through to the finish. The bouquet offers aromas of apple, apricot and delicate spicy nuances, making it ideal for pairing with refined raw fish dishes.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in France, in the vibrant heart of the Champagne region, between Chouilly and the Côte des Blancs. The grapes used for the cuvée come from numerous crus, carefully selected to reflect the richness and complex diversity of the soils. This choice ensures a clear territorial imprint and extraordinary expressive clarity. Nicolas Feuillatte's philosophy fully enhances these vineyards, giving the tasting a perfect structural balance.
How it is produced
Production follows the strict standards of the Traditional Method, involving a slow refermentation in the bottle that enriches the characteristics of the blend. The wine then undergoes a long ageing process, maturing on the lees for a period of between three and four years. This prolonged rest in the cellar is essential for developing a creamy texture and a fine perlage. Finally, the Brut dosage defines the dry character of the label, preserving an elegant vitality on the finish.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1976 near Reims, the Nicolas Feuillatte maison produces this renowned Champagne AOC in the Côte des Blancs. The excellence of Réserve Exclusive Brut lies in its lengthy maturation: a meticulous ageing in bottle for three or four years, which far exceeds the minimum period required by regulations. This long wait bestows an extremely fine perlage and fragrant aromas of white fruit. Awarded multiple times worldwide and celebrated as a Top Value Champagne, this wine embodies the balance between elegant freshness and winemaking tradition.
Awards
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89/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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91/100
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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91/100
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Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Oenologist: David Henault
Nicolas Feuillatte Champagnes draw their energy and refinement from a remarkable variety of crus sublimated by the delicate art of blending, reflecting the balance, finesse and freshness of this unique land. Our cuvées originate from a great variety of perfectly ripe grapes, vinified by cru or cru zone and by grape variety, as well as from a rigorous selection of Premiers and Grands Crus. The mosaic of various soils gives shape to these nuanced Champagnes. Read more
| Name | Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne Reserve Exclusive Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine 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 | Nicolas Feuillatte |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1976 near Reims, the Nicolas Feuillatte maison produces this renowned Champagne AOC in the Côte des Blancs. The excellence of Réserve Exclusive Brut lies in its lengthy maturation: a meticulous ageing in bottle for three or four years, which far exceeds the minimum period required by regulations. This long wait bestows an extremely fine perlage and fragrant aromas of white fruit. Awarded multiple times worldwide and celebrated as a Top Value Champagne, this wine embodies the balance between elegant freshness and winemaking tradition. |
| Origin | Chouilly, Côte des Blancs, Champagne, Francia |
| Fermentation | At least 3 years in the bottle (3–4 years) |
| Production technique | Traditional method (bottle fermentation) |
| Wine making | Traditional method (bottle fermentation) with the addition of sugar and selected yeasts; bottle ageing for at least 3 years (3–4 years). |
| Aging | Bottle ageing for at least 3 years (3-4 years) |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |