Besserat de Bellefon

Cuvée des Moines Millésimée 2006 | Bottle 75cl

Description

Cuvée des Moines Brut Millésimée 2006 is an exceptional champagne, delicate and expressive, reflecting the strong thermal contrasts that marked 2006. Made from a blend of Chardonnay (57%), Pinot Noir (33%) and Pinot Meunier (10%), it's ideal for an entire meal.

Maison Besserat de Bellefon's unique winemaking process is one of a kind. By choosing to reduce the amount of liqueur de tirage (the liqueur used to create the foam), it achieves a 30% reduction in bubble size. The lighter foam gives her champagnes a creamy, unctuous character that is much appreciated. This creaminess is complemented by a freshness that is characteristic of the House. The absence of malolactic fermentation maintains a certain acidity and sparkle on the palate.

Slight amber reflections enhance the yellow color of this vintage, with its remarkable abundance of fine bubbles.

The first nose is dominated by Chardonnay, with aromas of candied fruit, exotic fruit and dried flowers, balanced by minerality and menthol notes. The second nose opens with more toasty fragrances of honey and frangipane, combined with the yellow fruit aromas (vine peach, apricot) of the Pinots.

On the palate, this Cuvée Millésimée offers a lovely compromise between the power of candied citrus, the roundness of pastry notes and the delicacy of bubbles.