# Réserve Particulière (NV)

- **Producer:** Nicolas Feuillatte
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
- **Region:** Champagne, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.0%
- **Average price:** €28
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** lemon, peach, apple, pear, brioche, biscuit, pastry

## About this wine

Nicolas Feuillatte Réserve Particulière is a Non-Vintage Brut Champagne from the Champagne region of France. It is produced by Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte, a house established in 1976 by Nicolas Feuillatte. The brand operates on a cooperative model, drawing grapes from approximately 5,000 growers across the Champagne appellation, including vineyards designated as Grands Crus and Premiers Crus. This collaborative approach has positioned Nicolas Feuillatte as the best-selling Champagne in France and the third best-selling globally.

## Interesting facts

- Founded by a coffee importer.
- Best-selling Champagne in France.
- Ranks third globally in sales.
- Cooperative model unites 5,000 growers.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and bright acidity make it a versatile partner for a range of dishes. Its effervescence cleanses the palate, while its subtle fruit notes complement lighter proteins and seafood. The dryness of the Brut style cuts through richer sauces and balances the saltiness of shellfish.

## Wine making process

Nicolas Feuillatte Réserve Particulière is produced using the traditional method (Méthode Champenoise). Primary fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks, followed by secondary fermentation in the bottle to create effervescence. The wine undergoes an extended aging period of 3 to 4 years in the cellar, which is longer than the regulatory minimum. This extended aging contributes to its complexity and texture. The house employs a precise blending strategy, utilizing five different vintages of reserve wine for each grape variety (Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier) to ensure consistency and achieve the desired style. The producer also emphasizes sustainable viticulture and provides technical guidance to its member growers.