Ruinart
Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Ageing on the lees for 2–3 years |
- Grape variety and style: 100% Chardonnay, Blanc de Blancs Brut sparkling wine, Traditional Method
- Aromas: notes of ripe citrus, pear, white peach, flowers, ginger and pink pepper
- Ageing: 2–3 years on the lees, lively and persistent bubbles, enveloping structure
- Serving and glass: temperature 6–8 °C in a tulip glass to enhance aromas and bubbles
- Sustainable packaging: recyclable Second Skin case, 60% reduction in emissions, protection from light
Description
What kind of wine it is
Ruinart Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut is a bright and elegant Champagne, made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes. Produced using the Traditional Method, it stands out for its lively and persistent perlage, which enhances its freshness and smoothness on the palate. The aromatic profile opens with clear notes of ripe citrus fruits, juicy pear and white peach, enriched by delicate hints of white flowers and subtle spicy nuances of ginger and pink pepper. Tasting reveals a perfect harmony between tension and roundness, finishing with a delicate mineral trace. Excellent as an aperitif, it should be served at 6–8 °C and pairs well with sea bass tartare, seafood and shellfish.
Where it comes from
This Champagne originates near Reims. The grapes come mainly from the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims, with contributions from the Sézannais and the Vallée de la Vesle. The combination of these renowned areas allows for the creation of a harmonious blend, completed by reserve wines that ensure consistency and depth of flavour over time. The nature of the chalky soils typical of these regions gives the wine its unmistakable character. Thanks to this particular geology, the Chardonnay develops its characteristic aromatic freshness, ensuring a vibrant sip and a clean mineral finish.
How it is produced
After the manual harvest, the must ferments in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature and undergoes malolactic fermentation. The secondary fermentation takes place in the bottle in full accordance with the Traditional Method, followed by ageing on the lees for two or three years. This prolonged period is essential to give the wine an enveloping texture and ensure the persistence of the perlage. At the end of the maturation, the Champagne achieves its structural balance, expressing the purity of the Chardonnay accompanied by a vibrant freshness.
History and Curiosities
Born from the tradition of Maison Ruinart, founded in 1729, this Blanc de Blancs masterfully blends grapes from 25-30 crus and fine reserve wines to ensure perfect harmony over time. Ageing for 2-3 years on the lees gives it an outstanding sensory profile, acclaimed by the most authoritative international critics. The recyclable Second Skin case, nine times lighter and resistant to humidity, protects the bottle from light while reducing carbon emissions by 60%.
Awards
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91/100
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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93/100
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
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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93/100
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Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1729
The uncle of Nicolas Ruinart, Dom Thierry Ruinart, for whom the house's flagship wine is named, was a close friend of Dom Pérignon.
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| Name | Ruinart Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Ruinart |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born from the tradition of Maison Ruinart, founded in 1729, this Blanc de Blancs masterfully blends grapes from 25-30 crus and fine reserve wines to ensure perfect harmony over time. Ageing for 2-3 years on the lees gives it an outstanding sensory profile, acclaimed by the most authoritative international critics. The recyclable Second Skin case, nine times lighter and resistant to humidity, protects the bottle from light while reducing carbon emissions by 60%. |
| Origin | Côte des Blancs, Montagne de Reims, Sézannais e Vallée de la Vesle |
| Soil composition | Calcareous soils |
| Fermentation | 2–3 years |
| Production technique | Traditional method |
| Wine making | Manual harvesting; alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature with malolactic fermentation; secondary fermentation (refermentation) in the bottle according to the Traditional Method; ageing on the lees for 2–3 years. |
| Aging | Ageing on the lees for 2–3 years |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |