Our Champagnes
Champagne Harmonie 2012 Brut
This 2012 vintage is decidedly full of ‘Harmonie’, and most likely one of the best vintages of its decade.
It naturally boasts intense flavours enhanced by zesty finesse.
It is quite the miracle that the poor weather of that year would grow such great vintage wine.
In the springtime, aggressive outbreaks of mildew reduced production by 30% but the beautiful sunshine of that summer enabled slow maturation and a good concentration for the fruit to be harvested later than usual. The grapes proved to be of high quality: high in sugar, with low pH and good acidic levels. The Chardonnay grapes are revealed through heartwarming aromas of ripe citrus, together with the crisp energy of our Pinot Noirs and the fruity flavours of the Meunier grapes.
In short, "Harmonie" is most likely one of the best vintages of its decade.
For a little treat: as a pre-dinner drink, with brioche
For cosy times: pair it with salmon tartare
Haute couture: serve with monkfish medallions with citrus; quails with raisins; parsnip mashed with hazelnut oil
| Blend | 32% Pinot Noir, 30% Pinot Meunier, 38% Chardonnay - Produced with the 2012 harvest only |
| Dosage | 7,5 g/l |
| Ageing | 11 years minimum in cellars |
Tasting
From the first mouthfeel impressions, the natural freshness of the wine is reinforced by a touch of delicate and omnipresent bubbles. The wine then expands and conveys a feeling of softness with its texture and very pleasant fullness. The mixture of mirabelle plums, apricot, white peach and various other ripe fruits brings total satisfaction. The finish is well-structured with a floral hint and saline aromas, making it rather long and vaporous. The gourmand flavours of this Cuvée Spéciale will undoubtedly make you come back for more.
