Prestige

The Diebolt-Vallois Champagne "Blanc de Blancs Prestige" is made entirely from vines in the village of Cramant.

Appellation: Champagne

Varieties used: 100% Chardonnay, Blanc de Blancs

Terroir: Cramant (village classed 100% Grand Cru), mainly in the fields known as Les Pimonts. The soil consists of a thin layer of earth over a chalk base. In general the exposure is towards the East-South-East.

Vinification: Fermentation in thermostatically controlled vats. This is a blend of three years' wines. The reserve wines age two to three years in 40 hl casks stocked in deep cellars 14 metres underground. These reserve wines bring richness, complexity and roundness.

Dosage: 6-8 g/l

Serving temperature: 9°C in summer, 10-11°C in winter

Tasting notes

Wine Spectator - Dec. 2011: 93 /100

Wines & Spirits - Dec. 2011: 94 /100
A delicate, pure chardonnay that becomes dramatic in its intensity and breadth.

Richard Juhlin - 2008 Champagne Guide: 90-94 /100

Stephen Tanzer International Wine Cellar: 93+ /100
A very young blanc de blancs with exceptionnal inner-mouth energy. Powerfully lemony, very long finish shows superb perfume and cut.

2012 Gault Millau Wine Guide: 18.5 / 20

2012 La Revue du Vin de France Guide: 15.5 /20

Jacques Dupont - Le Point - december 2011: 17 /20
Creamy, very pure, elegant, long, perfect balance.

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Prestige