Particules Crayeuses Extra Brut Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs

Wine Description for Particules Crayeuses Extra Brut Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs by Waris-Larmandier

Colour & Appearance

Luminous straw yellow with fine, persistent mousse. The perlage displays itself elegantly and delicately – a visual harbinger of the finesse contained within this Champagne.

Nose

A textbook Blanc de Blancs that immediately impresses with its chalky minerality and citric precision. Notes of lemon curd, yellow plums and pear tart with vanilla unite with hints of white nougat, cinnamon and warm buttered toast. The nose shifts between cool elegance and seductive opulence – a fascinating balance.

Palate

On the palate, pure sensuality unfolds. The silky-creamy mousse combines congenially with the subtle dosage of 5 g/l and ripe yellow fruit. The reduced pressure of 4.5 bar lends this Champagne an extraordinary creaminess, whilst the Grand Cru terroir provides powerful minerality and vibrant acidity. A luscious, multifaceted Blanc de Blancs with impressive structure.

Finish

Long, mineral and persistent. The chalky texture and precise acidity carry far and leave a refreshing, elegant impression that invites the next sip.

Terroir & Origin

The grapes come from vines at least 40 years old from the prestigious Côte des Blancs villages of Chouilly, Cramant, Avize, Oger and Mesnil-sur-Oger – the who’s who of Chardonnay terroirs in Champagne.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Chardonnay from old vines, hand-harvested and processed in a traditional Coquard press. Spontaneous fermentation partly in stainless steel, partly in 600-litre Burgundy demi-muids. Spontaneous malolactic fermentation, 6–18 months base wine ageing, followed by 24–36 months on lees. Blend of two vintages plus 30% Solera reserve (since 2013). Unfiltered, unrefined – craftsmanship at the highest level.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Toast with scrambled eggs, Crème de Bordier and salmon roe, noodles from the wok with pak choi, prawns and chicken, salad of fennel, avocados and green asparagus with lemon-ginger dressing. Also excellent with scallops or lobster with butter.

Special Features

The reduced pressure of 4.5 instead of 6 bar lends this Champagne a unique creaminess and texture. A flagship Blanc de Blancs that combines precision with sensuality – Champagne craftsmanship of the highest order.