{"product_id":"collet-champagne-esprit-couture-brut-2015","title":"Collet Champagne Esprit Couture Brut 2015","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCollet Champagne Esprit Couture Brut is a refined \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e sparkling wine that harmoniously blends Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. On the nose, this Champagne reveals aromas of butter, toasted hazelnut, lime and verbena, followed by hints of apricot, blackcurrant, biscuit, nougat and toasted bread. On the palate, it offers a \u003cstrong\u003esmooth and fruity profile\u003c\/strong\u003e, balanced by lively citrus acidity. The pronounced \u003cstrong\u003echalky minerality\u003c\/strong\u003e imparts a clear savouriness, leading to a silky and enveloping finish, perfect when paired with roast poultry or white fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Champagne originates from Aÿ, a renowned Grand Cru village that is home to the Collet winery. Founded in 1921, the company operates as a group of \u003cstrong\u003eindependent winegrowers\u003c\/strong\u003e, maintaining a strict artisanal approach. The identity of this wine is deeply linked to the \u003cstrong\u003ediversity of the selected terroirs\u003c\/strong\u003e, an essential element that brings richness and expressive breadth. In the glass, the vocation of the soil is evident through a distinct savoury imprint, giving the wine a \u003cstrong\u003edry and well-structured character\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction follows the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e, involving careful secondary fermentation in the bottle in line with the Brut style. A crucial stage in defining the wine is the ageing process, which lasts for a minimum of seven years in \u003cstrong\u003ecentury-old cellars\u003c\/strong\u003e. This patient maturation encourages the development of remarkable aromatic complexity and ensures a fine tactile texture. The process skilfully combines the original freshness with delicate \u003cstrong\u003epastry notes\u003c\/strong\u003e, finishing the sip in a clean and perfectly defined manner.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1921 in Aÿ, a prestigious Grand Cru village, \u003cstrong\u003eMaison Collet\u003c\/strong\u003e embodies the true vocation of independent winegrowers. Conceived as a refined haute couture creation, this cuvée matures for at least \u003cstrong\u003e7 years in centuries-old cellars\u003c\/strong\u003e, developing sublime complexity and richness. A luxurious expression of the diversity of the finest terroirs, the 2015 vintage boasts exceptional ageing potential and was celebrated with \u003cstrong\u003e96 points from James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e, establishing itself as an unrivalled masterpiece of style and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Collet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45806560608427,"sku":"58961","price":112.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/collet-champagne-esprit-couture-brut-2015_58961_1_b0ad4058-5aff-4713-b595-5ecde3cc8bc9.webp?v=1773788414","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-uk\/products\/collet-champagne-esprit-couture-brut-2015","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}