Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte Blanc de Blancs (Festive Gift Box) 2019
4.5
HK$550
750ml
OGB
Vintage Character 2019 was marked by high temperatures and low rainfall, with striking similarities to 2003, although the heat spikes were less dramatic. Some grapes were scorched, which cut volume, yet hot days and cool nights toward harvest preserved balance. Many growers rate the vintage as exceptional and some put it ahead of the fine 2018. In 2019, the Blanc de Blancs from Nicolas Feuillatte reflects that season. A blanc de blancs is made only from Chardonnay, which brings finesse and a taut, chalky structure.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing Lemon, green apple, white flowers and almond lead, with chalk and light toast. It is Brut in style, with medium body and high acidity. The palate is fine and airy, with bright acidity, a persistent mousse and a clean, dry finish. With time it develops brioche, hazelnut and dried citrus. Oysters, steamed scallops and sashimi suit its precision. Serve at about 6 to 8 degrees Celsius in a tulip-shaped or white wine glass. It is presented in an original gift box. Chardonnay in Champagne gives finesse, citrus and a chalky tension. It also makes a fine aperitif, and the acidity cuts through fried food and richer dishes. Pour sparkling wine gently and let the mousse settle, which helps the aromas and the fine texture show.
Winery Background Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte was created in 1976 and is the brand of the Centre Vinicole de la Champagne, a union of growers' cooperatives founded in 1972 by Henri Macquart. The union is based in Chouilly, overlooking Épernay, and brings together more than 80 member cooperatives. Its aim was to give winegrowers a way to guarantee the sale of their grapes after a surplus harvest. The cellar team is listed under Guillaume Roffiaen. Its Palmes d'Or prestige cuvée was first made in 1985, and Jean-Pierre Vincent was the house's first chef de cave.