# Augusta Brut (NV)

- **Producer:** Champagne Devaux
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
- **Region:** Champagne, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.0%
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 6–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** green apple, lemon, grapefruit, baked apple, toasted bread, brioche, almond, hazelnut

## About this wine

Devaux Augusta Brut is a non-vintage sparkling wine from the Champagne appellation, produced by Champagne Devaux. The blend primarily features Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, with Pinot Noir often comprising the larger proportion. The wine is named in tribute to Augusta-Maria, the wife of the winery's founder, Francois-Auguste Devaux, who took over leadership of the estate in 1879. The producer is situated in the Côte des Bar region, an area recognized for its favorable conditions for Pinot Noir cultivation. The wine undergoes a minimum of 30 months of aging on its lees.

## Interesting facts

- Named after the founder's wife, Augusta-Maria.
- Côte des Bar is known for its excellent Pinot Noir.
- A Gold award winner at Mundus Vini in 2023 and 2020.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and bright acidity are well-suited to complement the richness of seafood and creamy sauces. The nutty and toasty notes in the Champagne can echo the savory elements in dishes like crab cakes and arancini.

## Wine making process

Devaux Augusta Brut is produced using grapes fermented separately in stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes a minimum aging period of 30 months in the bottle. The producer's philosophy centers on achieving a balance of character and elegance through meticulous grape selection and extended maturation processes.