Champagne Collet Brut 1er Cru, Art Deco

A broad style of Champagne with developed biscuit notes from extended ageing on the lees and a lovely long and savoury finish.

Producer Note

Champagne Collet is an iconic Champagne brand and its elegant Art Deco packaging is evocative of the Belle Epoque era from when it was established. It is the oldest cooperative in Champagne, dating back to 1921. Since its inception, Collet has been creating Champagnes of character with authenticity, elegance and great finesse. Located in Aÿ, in the heart of the Champagne region, Collet represents some of the finest growers and mainly sources from vineyards which are based on Premier and Grand Cru sites. Each cuvée reflects the diversity of the region’s terroirs and has been masterfully blended to suit gastronomic cuisine.

Vineyard

This is an exceptional blend of seven Grands Crus and 13 Premiers Crus. The Chardonnay, predominantly from the commune of Vertus, contributes freshness and citrus notes. The Premier Cru of Villers-Marmery contributes the mineral dimension of the limestone terroir along with smoky touches. The Pinot Noir imparts a richness and power thanks to historic Crus such as Ay, Hautvillers and Avenay Val d'Or blended with Crus from Rilly la Montagne. The Pinot Meunier from Villedommange completes the blend imparting a roundness and suppleness.

Winemaking

This cuvée was bottle aged for a minimum of four years in the historic limestone cellars which are centuries old.

Tasting Note

A swirl of very fine bubbles is reflected in a creamy style of Champagne with developed biscuity notes from extended ageing on the lees and a lovely long and savoury finish. This wine is full of charm.

Serving Suggestions

Young pigeon, veal carpaccio or red mullet.

Grape

Chardonnay 40%, Pinot Noir 40%, Pinot Meunier 20%

Awards

Silver, Drinks Business Champagne Masters, 2017

Silver, IWC , 2018

Silver, SWA, 2018