Egly-Ouriet - Champagne Grand Cru - Brut Blanc de Noirs Les Crayères Vieilles Vignes - White

Wine:

From an old Pinot Noir vineyard planted in 1946 in chalk, the Grand Cru Blanc de Noirs Les Crayères Vieilles Vignes Champagne delivers the full imprint of its soil. Accents of red fruits, exceptional maturity and concentration, and an insistent chalky minerality form this eminently complex champagne, carried by a smooth texture and a stunning final energy. A wine full of energy to be enjoyed at the table with line fish, poultry or a piece of veal and reduced juice.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, vinified with indigenous yeasts and in oak barrels. Long aging on lees for 72 months before disgorgement. Made from the 2015 (60%) and 2014 (40%) harvests.

Dosage : 2 gr/l.

Color:

Bright gold.

Nose:

Aromas of small red fruits.

Palate:

Ripe and vibrant, with red berry aromas lifted by refreshing minerality, this is an ultra-refined Champagne that pairs beautifully with fine fish dishes or elegant poultry.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Line fish with coriander juice, poultry, veal

Cellar aging:

From now on

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.