Alexandre Bonnet Les Riceys Blanc de Noir Champagne 75 cl 12,5%

Alexandre Bonnet Les Riceys Blanc de Noir Champagne is made from the Pinot Noir grape alone - a grape that carries particular historical weight in Les Riceys.

Expert's Description

Alexandre Bonnet Les Riceys Blanc de Noir is a Champagne from Les Riceys, Aube, France, made from 100% Pinot Noir with an alcohol content of 12.5%. Domaine Alexandre Bonnet, which took its name in 1970 and today farms 47 hectares in Les Riceys, presses the dark grapes gently to extract only the pale juice, producing a white Champagne with a deeper, more powerful character than a typical Blanc de Blancs. Les Riceys is the only commune in Champagne with three AOCs, and Pinot Noir is the very cornerstone of the house's style.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Ripe red fruit, brioche and a hint of nuts on the nose.

Palate

Full-bodied and powerful on the palate with fine bubbles and good structure.

Finish

The finish is long and lightly toasted.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve well chilled at 8-10°C in a Champagne glass. Pairs well with richer dishes, duck breast or mature cheeses.

Specifications

Name: Les Riceys Blanc de Noir
Producer/Winery: Alexandre Bonnet
Region/Country: Les Riceys, Aube, Champagne, France
Appellation/Classification: Champagne AOC
Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Vintage: Non-vintage (NV)
ABV: 12.5%
Size: 75 CL
Method: Traditional Method
Serving temperature: 8-10°C
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: Champagne glass
EAN no.: 3455720751539

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Powerful · Red fruit · Toasted

Did You Know?

A Blanc de Noirs is a white Champagne made entirely from dark grapes - grape juice is colourless, and it is only contact with the skins that gives red wine its colour, which Champagne houses avoid through gentle pressing.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Alexandre Bonnet Les Riceys Blanc de Noir

How can a Champagne made from red grapes be white?

Grape juice is colourless, and gentle pressing avoids contact with the dark skins that would otherwise impart colour.

What food pairs well with this Champagne?

It pairs well with richer dishes, duck breast or mature cheeses.

What sets this apart from a Blanc de Blancs?

It is made entirely from Pinot Noir and has a fuller, more powerful character than a typical Blanc de Blancs.

When was Domaine Alexandre Bonnet founded?

The house took its name in 1970, when Serge and Alain Bonnet took over the family vineyards.

Is this a vintage Champagne?

No, it is a non-vintage blend.

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