Philipponnat

Cuvée 1522 Premier Cru Rosé 2014 | Bottle 75cl

Description

Cuvée 1522 Premier Cru Rosé 2014 brilliantly illustrates Champagne Philipponnat's expertise in crafting gourmet rosé champagnes. The result of meticulous blending, this wine reveals all the richness of Pinot Noir combined with the finesse of Chardonnay. Aged for a long time in the cellar, it offers a remarkable aromatic complexity, where fruity notes, spicy touches and refined minerality intertwine.

How Cuvée 1522 Premier Cru Rosé 2014 Philipponnat is made

This champagne is made from an exceptional blend, highlighting the great terroirs of Champagne:

• 82% Pinot Noir: from the vineyards ofAy, Mailly and Verzy, it confers structure and depth.
• 17% Chardonnay: from the heights of Verzy, it brings freshness and balance.
• 8% Pinot Noir vinified as red: selected from Mareuil-sur-Ay, it intensifies the fruity aromas and gives the wine its distinctive character.

Vinification is based on traditional methods, favoring the natural expression of fruit. Some of the wines are fermented in wood, without malolactic fermentation, to preserve their freshness and ageing potential. The rosé color of this cuvée is obtained by adding a still Pinot Noir from the prestigious Clos des Goisses. With extra-brut dosage (4.25 g/l), the wine retains absolute purity and remarkable precision.

Thanks to eight years' extended ageing on the lees, this cuvée achieves ideal maturity while retaining the liveliness essential to its balance.

The 2014 vintage

The year 2014 was marked by atypical weather in Champagne. After a mild, wet winter, spring proved to be dry and sunny, favoring an early budding of the vines. On the other hand, thecool, rainy summer called for increased vigilance to preserve the health of the grapes. Thanks to rigorous sorting at harvest, the grapes harvested between September 13 and 25 offered an excellent concentration of aromas.

The terroirs ofAy and Mareuil-sur-Ay, where Pinot Noir expresses itself with power and generosity, produced wines of great intensity, with notes of ripe fruit and an assertive structure. At Mailly and Verzy, located on the Montagne de Reims, the Pinot Noir stood out for its finesse and mineral tension. As for the Verzy Chardonnay, it provided the touch of elegance and freshness needed to balance the cuvée. Despite the contrasting conditions, this vintage is characterized by great aromatic precision and excellent ageing potential.

Tasting the cuvée

• Robe

  Cuvée 1522 Premier Cru Rosé 2014 is pale pink in color, with delicate copper highlights. Its effervescence is fine and persistent.

• Nose

  The bouquet is intense and refined, revealing aromas of marzipan, blood orange and red fruits, enhanced by a subtle hint of smoke.

• Palate

  On the palate, the attack is fresh and precise. Flavors ofcitrus and black cherry are supported by a fine mineral tension and an elegant, persistent finish.

Pairing suggestions

Aperitif bites

• Crispy shrimp with sweet pepper
• Salmon and citrus tartar
• Semi-cooked foie gras with cherry confit

Dishes

• Duck breast with sweet spices
• Roasted scallops with saffron sauce
• Veal chop with sweet potato mousseline

Desserts

• Fresh strawberries and vanilla cream
• Raspberry soufflé
• Citrus tart with candied zest

How to store this champagne

Already fully matured, Cuvée 1522 Premier Cru Rosé 2014 can evolve for another ten years in the cellar, developing even more complex aromas and a silkier texture.

Price of Cuvée 1522 Premier Cru Rosé 2014 Philipponnat

The price of Cuvée 1522 Premier Cru Rosé 2014 Philipponnat is 124,95 €. This champagne stands out for its long ageing, subtle blending and balance between fruitiness and minerality. A benchmark cuvée for lovers of exceptional rosé champagnes.

Opinions on Cuvée 1522 Premier Cru Rosé 2014 by Champagne Philipponnat

Enthusiasts praise its depth and refinement. It is often described as a rosé champagne ideal for haute gastronomie. Read the reviews of Cuvée 1522 Premier Cru Rosé 2014 Philipponnat.