Grand Siècle
Iteration Nº27
- 3 exceptional years: 2015 (65%) , 2013 (25%), 2012 (10%)
- 60% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir from 8 Grands Crus
- Aged for 10 years on the lees for the bottle format
VINIFICATION, BLENDING AND AGING
Blending of the years
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2015 65%
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2013 25%
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2012 10%
2015 : The year was marked by extreme weather events. A mild, rainy winter gave way to a spring of contrasts, with a cold snap followed by intense heat, and a stormy summer. The cool, dry conditions in September allowed an ideal grape ripening. The Chardonnays are ripe, with yellow fruit aromas, while the Pinots Noirs are opulent and rich.
2013 : A harsh winter was followed by a cold spring, resulting in a late budburst. The summer brought intense heat and record sunshine. From September, the weather turned very autumnal, leading to slow ripening. Harvest stretched from late September to mid-October, a rare occurrence in the past 20 years. The Chardonnays offer natural freshness and remarkable balance. The Pinots Noirs are delicate and restrained.
2012 : 2012: Winter and spring frosts reduced the yield potential early on. Spring rains were offset by a beautiful summer, resulting in wines of great finesse. The Chardonnays are elegant and well-balanced, and the Pinots Noirs show red fruit aromas.
8 grands crus
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chardonnay 60%
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pinot noir 40%
60 % de Chardonnay from : Le Mesnil‑sur‑Oger, Oger, Avize, Cramant.
40 % de Pinot Noir from : Tours‑sur‑Marne, Ambonnay, Bouzy, Verzy.
10 years of aging on lees in a 75 cl bottle.
sensory characteristics
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COLOR
A gold color, with delicate and persistent bubbles -
NOSE
A highly complex nose blending aromas of honeysuckle, candied lemon, hazelnut, and fresh almond, followed by notes of pastry, honey, and roasted tones. A vibrant, energetic, and captivating bouquet. -
PALATE
A fresh and vibrant attack on the palate confirms the aromatic impressions, with flavors of ripe fruit, dried apricot, candied citrus, and hazelnut. The palate is long and harmonious, with refined minerality and a wine full of smooth nuances and vitality.
GRAND SIÈCLE ITERATION N°27 AWARDS
WINE/FOOD PAIRINGS
- Noble meat
- Noble fish
- Shellfish
- Truffle
THE PERFECT PAIRING BY CHRISTIAN LE SQUER ***
Red mullet in scales, dill broth, potato gnocchi lightly flavored with saffron
