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On the palate, it displays marked acidity and a clear mineral character, offering a clean and vibrant sip that finishes with a long \u003cstrong\u003egrapefruit finish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Premier Cru originates from \u003cstrong\u003eRilly-la-Montagne\u003c\/strong\u003e, in the heart of Champagne. The producing winery, \u003cstrong\u003eVilmart \u0026amp; Cie\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an independent family-run estate founded in 1890. The company is known for its rigorous approach and deep connection to its terroir, strengthened with dedication since the post-war period. The characteristics of the soil and the local microclimate are fully reflected in the wine, ensuring precise expressiveness that gives the glass a \u003cstrong\u003elively mineral freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are hand-picked to preserve the integrity of the bunches. The vinification does not include malolactic fermentation, a technical choice aimed at maintaining the acidic tension and freshness of the fruit. Ageing takes place for ten months in \u003cstrong\u003elarge oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, enriching the structure before the secondary fermentation. Served at 6-8 °C, this wine enhances creamy textures and is an \u003cstrong\u003eideal pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e for matured cheeses, dishes based on white-fleshed fish, and \u003cstrong\u003efine shellfish\u003c\/strong\u003e such as oysters.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1890 in Rilly-la-Montagne, the \u003cstrong\u003eVilmart \u0026amp; Cie\u003c\/strong\u003e winery has been run by the same family for five generations. Rebuilt after the Second World War, the estate demonstrates great independence, passing down precision and intuition over time. The \u003cstrong\u003eGrand Cellier Brut\u003c\/strong\u003e, a prestigious non-vintage Premier Cru Champagne, embodies the historic soul of the company. 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In the glass, it reveals a golden straw-yellow colour and a \u003cstrong\u003efine, persistent perlage\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the nose, aromas of ripe wheat, pear and cherry emerge, enriched by notes of white pepper, iris and hints of melted butter. This \u003cstrong\u003eBrut Champagne\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a harmonious palate, blending the purity of fruit with enveloping notes of biscuit and bread. Served at the ideal temperature of 6-8°C, it is the perfect accompaniment for shellfish, seafood crudités, quenelles and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis sparkling wine originates from \u003cstrong\u003eRilly-la-Montagne\u003c\/strong\u003e, a renowned Premier Cru village located in the heart of Champagne. Production is entrusted to Vilmart \u0026amp; Cie, a family-run estate operating with rigour and independence for several generations. The influence of the terroir ensures the wine has a profound \u003cstrong\u003earomatic definition\u003c\/strong\u003e, supporting a structure capable of evolving elegantly over time. The historic cellars of the estate preserve a clear \u003cstrong\u003eterritorial identity\u003c\/strong\u003e, which in the glass is expressed through pronounced gustatory tension and a clear balance between fruity, mineral and evolved notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWork in the vineyard culminates in a meticulous \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e. To preserve freshness and the precision of the acidic profile, the musts do not undergo \u003cstrong\u003emalolactic fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e. The base wine is then aged for ten months in large \u003cstrong\u003eoak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, a stage that imparts subtle spicy nuances and toasted notes without altering the harmony of the raw material. 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