# Blanc de Blancs (NV)

- **Producer:** Champagne Bruno Roulot
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Champagne, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €33
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 6–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** apple, pear, lemon, grapefruit, brioche, biscuit, pastry, hazelnut, chalky, almond

## About this wine

The Champagne Bruno Roulot Blanc de Blancs is a non-vintage sparkling wine made exclusively from 100% Chardonnay grapes, a designation that highlights the purity of the varietal. The producer, Champagne Bruno Roulot, is a family-run estate established in 1962, located in the Marne Valley. Their focus is on creating grower Champagne that reflects the unique terroir of the region. This wine is a testament to the elegance and finesse that can be achieved through the meticulous cultivation and vinification of Chardonnay within the Champagne AOC.

## Interesting facts

- Blanc de Blancs means 'white from whites', indicating 100% white grape varietals.
- Chardonnay is the sole grape used, highlighting its purity.
- The wine spends a minimum of 36 months aging on its lees.
- Dosage is 7g/l, classifying it as Brut.

## Food pairing

The wine's vibrant acidity and freshness cut through the richness of creamy sauces and fatty fish, providing a palate-cleansing effect. Its subtle citrus and floral notes complement the delicate flavors of shellfish and white meats, while its minerality can echo the salinity of oysters.

## Wine making process

The production of Champagne Bruno Roulot Blanc de Blancs involves the vinification of 100% Chardonnay grapes. Following primary fermentation, the wine undergoes a secondary fermentation in the bottle, a process known as the traditional method or méthode champenoise, which creates the characteristic effervescence. The wine is then aged for a minimum of 36 months in the cellar, resting on its lees. This extended aging period contributes to the development of its complexity and fine bubbles.