Fluteau Blanc de Blancs 2014
One of the oldest grower producers in the Côte des Bar, founded in 1935
Grape Makeup:
100% Chardonnay
Sweetness Level:
Extra Brut
Ageing on Lees:
8+ years
Price:
$ (V)
Cellar:
5-10 years
Category:
Celebration
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What
One of the oldest grower producers in the Côte des Bar, founded in 1935 and still family owned and operated.
Where
Gyé-sur-Seine, Côte des Bar; 9 hectares, mainly pinot noir with 15% chardonnay.
Why
Blanc de Blancs is somewhat atypical for the Côte des Bar, which is more pinot country; however, neighbouring Chablis is known for the production of steely, fine chardonnay. No effort has been spared here, with the stainless steel-fermented wines resting on their lees for over 8 years in bottle.
What Else
Most the estate’s wines are pinot-dominant, reflecting the typical style of the Côte des Bar.
Tasting Notes
Lemon blossom, citron sorbet and buttered toast emerge in sequence, gradually becoming more brothy and savoury. A crisp salinity and a powerful jolt of lemon iced tea flavour on the front are followed by honeyed sweetness. The texture feels thick and slow, even though acidity is quite fresh. An appealing tonic bitterness appears to brace the finish and then finally some meaty yeast notes emerge. Nicely balanced.
Try It With
Sweeter, pungent seafood dishes like crab or braised abalone.
When To Drink
Entrées.
Perfect For
The friend whose favourite drinks all involve citrus.
TL/DR
Balanced between floral, toasty and savoury notes.
Supplier
CWS Fine Wines
