Description
// Pinot Noir 55% (Côte des Bar) and Chardonnay 45% (Côte des Blancs)
Aged for minimum 5 years, with 8g/L dosage
"This beautiful champagne comes from the Côte des Bars in the southern part of La Champagne – and almost a neighbour of Burgundy – where of course pinot noir reigns supreme. It was founded in 1846. The 55% pinot noir in this blend is derived locally from their great vineyards, and the 45% chardonnay is from Côte de blancs, with 'Chouilly' showing strongly. They do not use Meunier. The nose reflects orange blossom, golden dancing lady orchids and acacia, leading to a palate of pear, yellow stone fruit, mandarin and orange zest. There is a layer of raspberries, blueberries sprinkled over with a nutty layer of macadamia nuts and smoked almonds- reflecting the oak use from reserve wines of which there is 40% in the blend. It has a very energetic mousse, lovely harmony, textured acidity and a soft creaminess. Some roasted bread appears with cashew-nut butter – along with lemon curd and hints of ginger. A lot of the fruit is grown on Burgundian soils – with Kimmeridgian limestone – clay soils. For the pressing, they use the Coeur de Cuvée – which is not just the first pressing 'Cuvée' but the 'heart' of the cuvée – the very finest part. It truly is a hand crafted wine, with richness, beautiful texture and a lot of refinement – showing power – yet so much finesse." - Bernadette O'Shea, Champagne Consultant, The Wine Emporium
“An outstanding champagne with a marzipan, floral, citrus, pear and stone fruit perfume. The palate is rich and somewhat toasty with an energetic mousse; still youthful and bright. Good balance, length and complexity. Take a bow, Devaux!” - 97 Points & Platinum Medal Winner, Decanter World Wine Awards 2019
"Mid yellow colour, bright, with a toasty bouquet that reveals time on lees: a lovely complexity with lemon/citrus beneath the croissant, honey/nougat and pastry aromas, the palate rich and full, round and ample, with very appealing texture, and a long carry. The nervy acidity on the finish keeps it all trim and taut and refreshing." - 97 Points, Huon Hooke, The Real Review
