# Brut Millésimé 2012 (2012)

- **Producer:** R. Dumont & Fils
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
- **Region:** Champagne, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.0%
- **Average price:** €60
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** ripe fruit, cooked fruit, pear, grapefruit, apple, white flesh fruit, cream, hazelnut, baked chouquettes, pastry, almond, toasty notes, butter, biscuit, bread crust, warm cookie, fresh coffee, quince, honey, orange marmalade, dried apricot

## About this wine

R Dumont Brut Millésimé 2012 is a vintage Champagne from R. Dumont & Fils, a family estate with deep historical ties to winemaking in the Aube region. The producer is a 'récoltant-manipulant,' meaning they craft their Champagne solely from their own vineyards. The estate's vineyards are situated in Champignol-lez-Mondeville within the Côte des Bar, a region distinguished by its Kimmeridgian chalky clay soils. These vineyards are planted with old vines, some exceeding 35 years of age, and are located at higher elevations than the Champagne average, promoting freshness and longevity in the wines. The 2012 vintage benefited from a warm and sunny summer, leading to the harvest of ripe grapes.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyards are at an average elevation of 100 meters above Champagne's average.
- Soils are Kimmeridgian chalky clay, similar to Chablis.
- Vines are 'Vieilles Vignes,' some over 35 years old.
- Certified Terra Vitis and in organic conversion.

## Food pairing

The wine's high acidity and minerality cut through the richness of creamy sauces and fatty proteins, cleansing the palate. Its complexity and subtle toasty notes complement dishes with roasted or caramelized elements, while its fruit profile harmonizes with lighter seafood and poultry.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for R Dumont Brut Millésimé 2012 begins with fermentation at low temperatures, followed by malolactic fermentation. The wine is then aged for 18 months in vats on its lees before bottling. A significant period of aging follows, with the wine spending over 9 years on its lees. Disgorgement is performed late in the wine's development. The dosage is set at 5 g/l, classifying it as Extra Brut.