Castelnau

Le Blanc de Blancs 2009 | Bottle 75cl

Description

Elegant and expressive, Champagne Castelnau's Blanc de Blancs 2009 embodies a full-bodied, generous and solar Chardonnay. This exceptional vintage, shaped by time and the House's expertise, reveals a perfect blend of power and delicacy. Its long ageing in the cellar sublimates its aromas and gives it a silky, bewitching texture.

An exceptional Chardonnay from the finest terroirs

Blanc de Blancs 2009 is made from a meticulous selection of the finest Chardonnays in Champagne:

• 50% from Vitryat and Sézannais, bringing freshness and aromatic radiance.
• 30% from Trépail and Villers-Marmery in the Montagne de Reims, offering finesse and minerality.
• 20% selected from Cramant, Mesnil-sur-Oger, Avize and Oger on the Côte des Blancs, contributing richness and complexity.

The dosage of 6 g/L perfectly balances the natural freshness of the Chardonnay and the generosity of the solar vintage. Each bottle benefits from prolonged cellar aging, guaranteeing remarkable aromatic complexity and silky texture.

The 2009 vintage

2009 in Champagne was marked by a particularly favorable climate for optimal grape ripening. After a cold winter and contrasting spring, the summer was hot and dry, with a particularly sunny August. These conditions enabled the Chardonnays to develop good aromatic concentration while maintaining balanced acidity. The harvest, which began in early September in clement weather, produced grapes of great ripeness, bursting with sunshine, with high sugar levels and well-integrated acidity. This vintage is renowned for its full-bodied, expressive wines of great elegance, perfectly suited to prolonged ageing.

Tasting the cuvée

• Color

  Blanc de Blancs 2009 is a brilliant, jewel-gold color, with lively, delicate bubbles.

• Nose

  On the nose, we discover a walk under the sun in the garrigues, with notes of lemon, bay leaves, immortelle flower and rosemary. A subtle toasty veil, a signature of the wines of cellar master Carine Bailleul, completes this aromatic complexity.

• Palate

  On the palate, this champagne seduces with its balance of sweet spices (curry and saffron) and gourmet flavors, reminiscent of the 13 desserts of Provence: fresh hazelnut, almond, raisin, candied fruit. The finish is carried by a lovelycitrus freshness, leaving an invigorating, refined sensation.

Suggested pairings

Aperitif bites

• Trout egg blini
• Scallop tartar with citrus fruit
• Mini-feuilletés with herbs and fresh cheese

Dishes

• Quail with grapes
• Risotto Milanese
• Chicken tajine with lemon

Desserts

• Crêpes Suzette
• Almond and honey tart
• Pan-fried exotic fruits with saffron

Price of Champagne Castelnau Blanc de Blancs 2009

The price of a bottle of Champagne Castelnau Blanc de Blancs 2009 is 62,95 €. This exceptional vintage, sublimated by long ageing, offers a refined and intense tasting experience.

Opinions on Le Blanc de Blancs 2009 Castelnau

Champagne lovers praise its complexity and balance between freshness and aromatic richness. Its sunny character and elegant finish make it ideal for special occasions. Read reviews of Cuvée Blanc de Blancs 2009.

Storage and serving

Champagne Castelnau Blanc de Blancs 2009 is fully mature and can be enjoyed now. It can also be kept for a few more years to gain in complexity. Serve between 10 and 12°C to fully appreciate its aromatic richness.