# Guerlet-Deguerne Blanc de Blancs

- **Producer:** La Maison Guerlet-Deguerne
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Champagne, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.0%
- **Average price:** €41
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Aromas & flavours:** pear, lemon, blossom, green apple, pastry, biscuit, brioche

## About this wine

The Guerlet-Deguerne Blanc de Blancs is a dry white sparkling wine from the Champagne region of France, produced by La Maison Guerlet-Deguerne. Its distinctiveness lies in being a Blanc de Blancs, meaning it is made entirely from white grape varietals, which in Champagne typically translates to 100% Chardonnay. This offers a pure expression of the grape and the region. The wine is available in Sweden as an 'Ordervara', indicating a specialized offering.

## Interesting facts

- Blanc de Blancs means 'white from white', signifying 100% white grape varietals.
- In Champagne, Blanc de Blancs almost exclusively means 100% Chardonnay.
- This wine is an 'Ordervara' in Sweden, meaning it's a special order item.
- Chardonnay is one of the three noble grapes of Champagne.

## Food pairing

The wine's inherent acidity and dryness are excellent for cutting through the richness of seafood and creamy sauces. Its subtle fruit notes can complement delicate flavors, while its effervescence provides a refreshing contrast.

## Wine making process

The Guerlet-Deguerne Blanc de Blancs is produced using the traditional method for Champagne. After primary fermentation, the wine undergoes a second fermentation in the bottle, which creates its effervescence. It is then aged on its lees, a process that contributes to its texture and complexity. This method is standard for producing high-quality sparkling wines in the Champagne appellation.