Prestige

The Diebolt-Vallois Champagne "Blanc de Blancs Prestige" is made entirely from vines of Grands Crus Côte des Blancs.

Appellation: Champagne

Varieties used: 100% Chardonnay, Blanc de Blancs

Terroir: Cramant, Chouilly and Le Mesnil s/Oger - 3 villages classed 100% Grand Cru. 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 aged in oak casks. These reserve wines bring richness, complexity and roundness.

Dosage: 3-5 g/l

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

Tasting notes

Vinordic Wine Challenge: Gold Trophy 2013

Richard Juhlin - 8,000 Champagnes: 91-92 pts

Wine Spectator - Dec. 2011: 93 pts

Sommeliers International : Editors' Choice

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

Gerhard Eichelmann: * * * *

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

2019 La Revue du Vin de France Guide: 16 /20

2012 Gault Millau Wine Guide: 18.5 /20

Jacques Dupont - Le Point - december 2011: 17 /20

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Prestige