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"The intensity, freshness and elegance of rosé Champagne in keeping with the Philipponnat style'The name of Royal Réserve goes back to the ancestors of the Philipponnat family."
Wine Region: Champagne - France
Grape: 75% Pinot Noir, 20% Chardonnay, 5% Pinot Meunier
Vinification: Vinified using traditional methods to avoid premature oxidation. Partial malolactic fermentation and some of the wines aged in casks to allow the aromas to develop complexity. Still red wine made from Pinot Noir grapes from Mareuil-sur-Ay and
Riceys is obtained by maceration and 7 to 8% is added to obtain a delicately coloured rosé with a very definite fruity taste. Moderate brut dosage (9 g/litre) to maintain a balance between freshness, fruitiness and vinosity without masking the wine’s character and purity.
Aging:Aged on the lees in the House’s cellars at a constant temperature of 12°C for three years, far longer than the legal minimum requirement of 15 months.
Tasting notes: Salmon pink in colour with coppery glints, this wine offers a delicate, creamy, and lingering froth. The nose opens with aromas of summer berries, featuring cherry and wild strawberry, followed by evolving notes of citrus and grapefruit peel. On the palate, the attack is elegant and pure, giving way to a full, ample mouthfeel. A vibrant acidity and subtle astringency enhance the wine’s fruit-forward character, delivering freshness and finesse.
Philipponnat’s vineyards, particularly Clos des Goisses, are among the most distinctive in Champagne. The unique terroir of Clos des Goisses, with its steep, south-facing slopes, contributes to the intensity and longevity of the wines.
Philipponnat combines traditional methods with meticulous attention to detail. They practice organic farming, ensuring the purity and expression of their terroir. The wines undergo slow maturation in their historical cellars, which provides the ideal conditions for developing complex flavors and aromas. The winery is known for its commitment to producing champagnes that balance intensity with freshness.
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