Pierre Peters Cuvee de Reserve Blanc de Blancs NV

Producer Tasting Notes

The wine is limpid, pale gold in color with hints of green which are typical of the Chardonnay varietal. The mousse is fine and regular with a pretty ribbon of bubbles. The first approach is both flowery and fruity, next come the notes of almond and fresh bread finishing with touches of citrus and green apple leaving a graceful impression of smoothness and freshness. The first impression is frank, associating both finesse and smoothness, and is dominated by white flower fruits (lemon and pear) and floral notes (acacia). The mid-palate is nervy and taut. The finish is persistent with pure citrus flavors and a twist of salinity which confirms the fact that the majority of the fruit is sourced from the great village of Le Mesnil sur Oger; the balance coming from the equally prestigious Grand Cru villages of Oger, Cramant and Avize.

Winemaking

Much attention payed to pressing. It has to be slow in order to split and isolate the juice of most interest for the development of the vintages. The Chardonnay, a white grape vine, brings finesse to Champagne tasting and presents characteristics that vary greatly depending on soil that breeds it. That is why our house selects grapes, insulates the press juice to obtain the characteristics of minerality, citrus and finesse that belong to Champagne Pierre Peters. Fermentations are operated in small stainless steel tanks under controlled temperatures and whose content is clearly identified by reference of the soil and fractions. Raised on the lees, the wines are tasted regularly to ensure their development and prepared for the assembly of our different vintages. These wines are blended, then bottled and stored in cellars for a second fermentation and a slow maturation. Away from light, a constant temperature is used in forming the aroma of aging called tertiary.