Guy Charlemagne Cuvee Charlemagne Vintage Grand Cru 2016

Guy Charlemagne is based in the Grand Cru village of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger on the Côte des Blancs — one of the most prestigious addresses in all of Champagne. The estate has been run by the Charlemagne family since 1892, now in the hands of Philippe Charlemagne, the fifth generation of father-to-son winemakers. The Cuvée Charlemagne is the estate’s prestige vintage Champagne — made only in the best years, from grapes harvested exclusively in the two Grand Cru villages of Mesnil-sur-Oger and Oger.

About This Wine

A vintage Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru of exceptional quality — bottle-aged for 3 to 4 years before release, with the unmistakable elegance and mineral depth that only Grand Cru Chardonnay from Le Mesnil can produce. A serious, age-worthy Champagne from one of the appellation’s most historic grower estates.

Tasting Notes

Colour: Straw yellow with fine persistent bubbles
Nose: Dried fruit and floral notes with ripe apple, pear, and hints of honey
Palate: Crisp, clean acidity with the unmistakable elegance of Chardonnay mineral notes
Finish: Long and mineral — exceptional persistence

Food Pairing

Excellent as an aperitif and with fish and fried food. The depth and complexity also make it a superb match for lobster, scallops, and fine seafood dishes.

Details

Grape: Chardonnay
Region: Champagne, France
Farming: Sustainable
Style: Creamy Nutty Sparkling
Serving Temperature: 6–8°C
Alcohol: 12.5%
Bottle: 75cl
Drink: In the next five years