Champagne Brut Blanc de Noirs 'Apanage' Pommery (case)
Pommery's Champagne Brut Blanc des Noirs 'Apanage' is a distinctly gastronomic Champagne from a historic 'maison.' It is made only from red grapes, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, harvested exclusively in the Montagne de Reims. On the nose there are intense floral hints, then peppery and marzipan hints, an intriguing olfactory combination with character. The attack in the mouth is textural, slightly fatty, the wine then develops with great freshness and fragrance Perfect with aperitifs, try it with tasty fried shrimp ravioli or fish tapas
With its structured yet dynamic taste, the Champagne Blanc de Noirs Brut ‘Apanage’ by Pommery faithfully expresses the qualities of the type. Founded back in 1856 in the beautiful city of Reims, the unofficial capital of Champagne, Maison Pommery is one of the most well-known French sparkling wine houses in the world, with its products exported to over 100 countries across all continents. Not only quality, but environmental sustainability also represents an important value for the Maison, which has obtained the certifications “Viticulture Durable en Champagne” and “Haute Valeur Environnementale” since 2014.
The Blanc de Noirs Champagne Pommery Brut ‘Apanage’ is made from a blend of black grape varieties Pinot Noir (70%) and Pinot Meunier (30%), sourced from a selection of vineyards located in 17 different champenoise villages, mainly situated in the area of the Montagne de Reims. After harvesting, the grapes are transferred to the winemaking facilities, where gentle pressing and subsequent alcoholic fermentation of the must take place in stainless steel tanks. For the re-fermentation, the technique of the Champenoise Method is adopted, with the sparkling base obtained from the union of the vintage wine and a high percentage of reserve wine that is bottled with the addition of liqueur de tirage. The aging sur lattes in the bottle lasts for at least 42 months, after which degorgement and dosage to Brut are carried out.
The Champagne ‘Apanage’ Blanc de Noirs Brut by Pommery is bright straw yellow in color with fine and persistent effervescence. On the nose, notes of plum, peony, red currant, acacia flowers, marzipan, and peppercorns are perceived. Clean, very fresh, and creamy on the palate, with a fine, fragrant, and spicy finish.