Domaines Barons de Rothschild
Blanc de Blancs Champagne Chardonnay
Champagne, France
Classic and crisp, an excellent start opener. It went very well with potato leek soup.
Classic and crisp, an excellent start opener. It went very well with potato leek soup.
May 13th, 2018
C么te des Blancs, Champagne, France 馃嚝馃嚪
Overview
An exquisite 100% Chardonnay Champagne, sourced entirely from Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards in Avize, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, and Oger. Blended with 40% reserve wines (kept in a perpetual solera) and aged for a minimum of 4 years before release, this cuv茅e embodies the refined elegance of C么te des Blancs terroir.
Aromas & Flavors
Nose: intensely expressive, opening with citrus zest, dried fruits, and exotic floral notes, evolving into brioche, buttery pastry, and roasted almonds.
Palate: impeccably clean, with lemon, pear, and pastry cream balanced by a saline minerality and subtle spice, finishing long and refined.
Mouthfeel
Precise, vertical, and elegant. Fine bubbles and a creamy mousse glide across the palate, leading to a lingering, chalk-driven finish. Both delicate and powerful, a perfect Blanc de Blancs signature.
Winemaking & Style
Traditional m茅thode champenoise, with extended lees aging for added depth. The long 茅levage highlights terroir purity and finesse, creating a Champagne that is structured yet graceful.
Food Pairing
Pairs beautifully with a sashimi platter, lobster thermidor, seared scallops, or oysters. Its mineral backbone also complements light cheeses and white truffle risotto.
Verdict
An elegant, harmonious Champagne that showcases the Rothschild legacy. A refined Brut with depth and purity, capable of satisfying casual enthusiasts and sophisticated palates alike.
C么te des Blancs, Champagne, France 馃嚝馃嚪
Overview
An exquisite 100% Chardonnay Champagne, sourced entirely from Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards in Avize, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, and Oger. Blended with 40% reserve wines (kept in a perpetual solera) and aged for a minimum of 4 years before release, this cuv茅e embodies the refined elegance of C么te des Blancs terroir.
Aromas & Flavors
Nose: intensely expressive, opening with citrus zest, dried fruits, and exotic floral notes, evolving into brioche, buttery pastry, and roasted almonds.
Palate: impeccably clean, with lemon, pear, and pastry cream balanced by a saline minerality and subtle spice, finishing long and refined.
Mouthfeel
Precise, vertical, and elegant. Fine bubbles and a creamy mousse glide across the palate, leading to a lingering, chalk-driven finish. Both delicate and powerful, a perfect Blanc de Blancs signature.
Winemaking & Style
Traditional m茅thode champenoise, with extended lees aging for added depth. The long 茅levage highlights terroir purity and finesse, creating a Champagne that is structured yet graceful.
Food Pairing
Pairs beautifully with a sashimi platter, lobster thermidor, seared scallops, or oysters. Its mineral backbone also complements light cheeses and white truffle risotto.
Verdict
An elegant, harmonious Champagne that showcases the Rothschild legacy. A refined Brut with depth and purity, capable of satisfying casual enthusiasts and sophisticated palates alike.
Clean and to the point. Lemon zest, mineral, almond, hints of yeast. A crowd pleaser at a good price.
Clean and to the point. Lemon zest, mineral, almond, hints of yeast. A crowd pleaser at a good price.
Jan 1st, 2024
Enjoyable, not overly complex. Almond notes, nice finish
Enjoyable, not overly complex. Almond notes, nice finish
Jun 27th, 2018
