Champagne Antoine Chevalier Blanc de Blancs 'Intégrale' Brut Nature 2021
4.6
HK$680
750ml
Bottle
Vintage Character From the chalky hills of the Vitryat region in Champagne, the 2021 Antoine Chevalier Blanc de Blancs 'Intégrale' Brut Nature represents a masterclass in tension and mineral purity. The challenging 2021 growing season, marked by severe spring frosts and cool summer conditions, naturally restricted yields but ultimately produced Chardonnay grapes of exceptional, high-toned acidity and laser-like focus. The estate's plots in Vitry-en-Perthois feature distinctive Turonian chalk soils, which impart a pronounced, saline mineral backbone and crisp energy to the vines.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing This bone-dry Champagne opens with a vibrant bouquet of crisp green apple, Meyer lemon, and fresh white flowers, seamlessly layered with subtle notes of toasted brioche and almond from barrel fermentation. On the palate, a razor-sharp texture meets a driving, saline-inflected chalky minerality that culminates in a persistent, crystalline finish. Pair this expressive sparkling wine with fresh oysters on the half shell, pan-seared sea scallops with herb butter, or a delicate Cantonese steamed sea bass.
Winery Background Champagne Antoine Chevalier is an artisanal grower estate in Vitry-en-Perthois, where founder Antoine Chevalier meticulously stewards 4.2 hectares of family vineyards. Transitioning the estate toward organic and biodynamic viticulture, he practices minimal intervention and eschews herbicides to preserve the purity of the terroir. The winemaking process reflects this uncompromising philosophy, utilizing spontaneous fermentation entirely in oak barrels and bottling without dosage to craft highly sought-after, micro-production Blanc de Blancs that showcase the unique potential of the Vitryat region.