Egly-Ouriet - Champagne Grand Cru - Millésimé 2015 - White

Wine:

Sourced from old Grand Cru vines in Ambonnay, with a core of two-thirds Pinot Noir, the 2015 Blanc Grand Cru Vintage Champagne shows impressive maturity and elegance. The Pinot Noir lends depth and character, while a gentle touch of oak enhances its structure without overpowering. Its vibrant freshness and sharp precision are already beautifully defined. Entirely barrel-aged, this Champagne is built to evolve with further cellaring, promising even greater depth and complexity. Rated 93/100 by RVF.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, vinified entirely in barrels, 96 months in the cellar. Bottled in 2016.
Dosage 1g/l.

Color:

Brilliant golden colour with fine, lively bubbles.

Nose:

This Champagne opens with a captivating bouquet of oceanic notes, fresh mint, and ripe yellow fruit, underscored by aromas of freshly baked bread and a touch of honey.

Palate:

On the palate, it offers vibrant freshness and remarkable precision, with a refined richness and expertly integrated oak that enhance its depth and complexity.

Temperature:

Serve between 8 and 10°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Creamed poultry, veal with oyster mushrooms, sea bass with Champagne sauce, langoustine carpaccio and scallops with bronzed fennel.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2040, and even longer for enthusiasts.

Egly-Ouriet epitomizes Champagne excellence, earning the highest accolade with a 4-star rating from the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France. With nearly 17 hectares, including ten Grand Cru vineyards in Ambonnay, Bouzy, and Verzenay, and two Premier Cru sites in Vrigny, Francis Egly has established an exceptional legacy, now continued by his son Charles and daughter Clémence. The unique balance and finesse of these wines set a classic standard that few can match.

From the very first cuvée, Egly-Ouriet’s style stands out, blending depth and precision and showcasing Pinot Noir with remarkable expertise. These are full-bodied Champagnes, crafted from exceptionally old vines, vinified in barrels, and aged patiently to reach their ideal expression. Each wine consistently offers purity, elegance, and complexity—a true reflection of its distinguished terroir.