Penfolds Champagne Cuvee Brut NV

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Champagne
Producer:
 
Penfolds
Label Name:
 
Champagne Cuvee Brut NV
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Champagne
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir (45%), Pinot Meunier (35%), Chardonnay (20%)
Acidity:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
product and technical details available on Penfolds official product pages and major retailers

Tasting Note
Fresh citrus and lemon-meringue notes with raspberry pastille, nougat and subtle vanillin; lively, taut acidity and fine bubbles delivering a clean, energetic palate and a gentle, ethereal finish.

Food Pairing
Oysters, fresh shellfish, sushi and sashimi, tempura, soft cheeses, smoked salmon, fried chicken, caviar, dim sum.

Production Method
Made in Champagne in partnership with Champagne Thiénot; traditional method (secondary fermentation in bottle), non-vintage cuvée blend.

Vineyard Info
Penfolds (Australia) collaborates with family-owned Champagne Thiénot to produce Champagnes under the Penfolds label; a recent Franco-Australian partnership expanding Penfolds’ portfolio into Champagne.