Emile Dupuis was a respected French Chef who was cooking for a big english family. He was a huge admirer of Champagne. This Cuvée was created to honor his memory.
Presentation
Presentation
This Champagne is made from a strict blend of the wines from three grape varieties, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier from different years. It is made with the passion, the high requirements and all the inherited know-how since 1845.
Terroir
The grapes are from chalk soils. Chalk draws in water through capillary action. The effort required to tap into this water supply puts the vines under just enough water stress in the growing season to achieve that delicate balance of ripeness, acidity and berry aroma potential.
Ageing
Ageing of 2 years on "Lattes" before disgorgement. Dosage : 9 g/l.
Varietals
Chardonnay : 40%
Pinot meunier : 30%
Pinot Noir : 30%
Pinot meunier : 30%
Pinot Noir : 30%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 12,5 % vol.
Contains sulphites.
Advice
Serving
Serve between 6 and 8°c (42° to 46°F)
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long
Tasting
The bouquet is expressive, suave and elegant with note sof white fruits and bread. The palate is rich and well-structured, with a final on roundness. The Chardonnay linked to the Meunier bring a fresh touch of lime flower, soft vanilla and yellow fruits. And the Pinot noir deliver a delicate flavour of almond.
Food pairings
Aperitive. Seafood, fishes, game meet, cheese, redfruits, pies, madeleines and macarons.
