# Collet Blanc de Blancs Brut Premier Cru (NV)

- **Producer:** Champagne Collet
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Champagne, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €56
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 7–9 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** pear, grapefruit, lemon, white peach, white flowers, white chocolate, pastry, brioche, butter, hazelnuts, smoke, ginger, honey, chalk, almond

## About this wine

Champagne Collet Blanc de Blancs Brut is a Non-Vintage sparkling white wine from the Champagne region of France, produced by Champagne Collet. It is made exclusively from 100% Chardonnay grapes, a style known as Blanc de Blancs, and is often designated as Premier Cru, indicating a significant proportion of grapes from high-quality vineyards. Champagne Collet, established in 1921, is the oldest cooperative in Champagne, known for its elegant Art Deco branding and commitment to producing wines of character and finesse. The wine is aged for a minimum of five years in the producer's historic limestone cellars.

## Interesting facts

- The oldest cooperative in Champagne, founded in 1921.
- Exclusively 100% Chardonnay grapes (Blanc de Blancs).
- Grapes sourced from Premier Cru vineyard sites.
- Aged for a minimum of five years in ancient limestone cellars.

## Food pairing

The wine's vibrant acidity and minerality cut through the richness of seafood and creamy sauces, while its citrus notes complement lighter preparations. The subtle nutty and brioche undertones found in the wine can echo flavors in dishes featuring butter, nuts, or baked elements.

## Wine making process

Collet Blanc de Blancs Brut is produced using the traditional Méthode Champenoise. The primary fermentation converts grape sugars into alcohol. Some cuvées may involve fermentation in wood, contributing to complexity. The wine is then aged for a minimum of five years on its lees in the producer's limestone cellars, a process that develops its texture and aromatic profile. Following disgorgement, a dosage of liqueur d'expédition is added to achieve the Brut sweetness level.