# Régis Fliniaux Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Brut

- **Producer:** Regis Fliniaux
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
- **Region:** Champagne, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.0%
- **Average price:** €44
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Aromas & flavours:** apple, raspberry, pear, red cherry, pastry, brioche, biscuit

## About this wine

Régis Fliniaux Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Brut is a Champagne produced by Régis Fliniaux in the Aÿ-Champagne sub-region of Champagne, France. The wine is designated Grand Cru, indicating its origin from the highest-rated vineyard sites. The producer, Régis Fliniaux, is known for adhering to traditional winemaking methods passed down through generations, including manual riddling and disgorging on the fly, while also incorporating modern techniques. The 'Blanc de Noirs' designation signifies that the wine is made from black grape varieties, typically Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.

## Interesting facts

- Crafted from black grapes (Pinot Noir and/or Pinot Meunier) for a 'Blanc de Noirs' style.
- Grand Cru status means grapes are from the finest Champagne villages.
- Employs manual riddling and disgorging on the fly, a nod to tradition.

## Food pairing

The wine's inherent acidity and effervescence cut through rich and fatty dishes, cleansing the palate. Its complexity can stand up to robust flavors, while subtle notes can complement delicate ingredients. The 'Blanc de Noirs' style often brings a touch more body and fruit, making it versatile.

## Wine making process

The production of Régis Fliniaux Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Brut follows traditional Champagne methods. Key techniques include manual riddling, a process where bottles are gradually turned and tilted to collect sediment in the neck, and disgorging on the fly, a precise method of removing the sediment without significant loss of wine or bubbles. The wine is made from black grape varieties, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, and is a Brut style, indicating a specific level of residual sugar. The Grand Cru classification signifies that the grapes are sourced from the highest-rated villages within the Champagne appellation.