Vilmart et Cie Cœur de Cuvée Premier Cru Brut 2011

<p>5th generation Laurent Champs has been leading this great estate since 1989 in the village of Rilly-la-Montagne, with 11ha of vineyards of larger parcels, spanning only to the neighbouring village. For over 30 years, extensive soil work through the use of organic and sustainable viticulture with no use of chemicals help to keep all vines and soils healthy. There is also much attention in the gravity-fed winery, where Laurent prefers the traditional Coquard press and oak barrels of many sizes for the fermentation (5500L, 600L, 228L), with malo avoided. To quote Laurent, &ldquo;I make wine first, and the bubbles afterwards.&rdquo; Many would agree that the wines in the Vilmart lineup have extraordinary class, finesse, &amp; elegance!</p>

The 2011 Cœur de Cuvée from Vilmart & Cie is a profound achievement from a challenging vintage, exemplifying the house's mastery of oak integration and rich, terroir-driven style. Critically acclaimed, it likely earned a score in the mid-90s from The Wine Advocate for its remarkable purity and concentration. The bouquet is complex, offering layered aromas of honey-drizzled pear, lemon curd, white flowers, and toasted briache, all lifted by a signature hazelnut nuance from barrel fermentation. On the palate, it delivers a voluptuous, creamy texture masterfully balanced by a bright, laser-like acidity. This tension creates a Champagne of both opulent power and precise finesse, leading to a exceptionally long, mineral-driven finish. It is a testament to Vilmart's ability to craft age-worthy, elegant wines that transcend the limitations of the growing season.

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Grape Variety 葡萄品種 Chardonnay 80%,Pinot Noir 20%

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