{"product_id":"egly-ouriet-champagne-grand-cru-extra-brut","title":"Egly Ouriet Champagne Grand Cru Extra Brut","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChampagne Grand Cru Extra Brut Egly-Ouriet is made from a \u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Produced using the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e, it stands out for its straw yellow \u003cstrong\u003ecolour\u003c\/strong\u003e and a fine, persistent \u003cstrong\u003eperlage\u003c\/strong\u003e. The bouquet is complex, characterised by enveloping fruity aromas and clear notes of yeast. On the palate, it is fresh, rich and distinctly mineral, offering a deep flavour profile, ideal for accompanying starters, fish dishes, shellfish and cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from the villages of Ambonnay, Bouzy and Verzenay, located in the heart of Champagne. The vines are rooted in \u003cstrong\u003echalky soils\u003c\/strong\u003e that reflect sunlight and retain heat, giving the wine a pronounced mineral character. Egly-Ouriet cultivates the plots following a \u003cstrong\u003eorganic and sustainable\u003c\/strong\u003e approach, respecting the natural rhythms of the plants. The origin from these \u003cstrong\u003eGrand Cru terroirs\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures a sip of great complexity, capable of expressing the most authentic essence of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification begins with spontaneous fermentation in \u003cstrong\u003eoak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, carried out exclusively by indigenous yeasts and without any filtration, thus preserving the natural structure of the must. After the prise de mousse, the long ageing of \u003cstrong\u003e48 months on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e enriches the Champagne with extraordinary aromatic complexity and refines its tactile profile. The \u003cstrong\u003eExtra Brut dosage\u003c\/strong\u003e guarantees a dry and linear sip, enhancing the purity and distinctive character of the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sublime expression from the Egly-Ouriet house, this \u003cstrong\u003eChampagne Grand Cru Extra Brut\u003c\/strong\u003e from the 2018 vintage encapsulates the essence of the chalky soils of Ambonnay, Bouzy and Verzenay. The result of organic practices, fermentation takes place in oak barrels using \u003cstrong\u003eindigenous yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e and without filtration, thus preserving the authenticity of the must. The elegant \u003cstrong\u003e48-month maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e on the lees and minimal dosage impart a profound aromatic complexity and a mineral freshness of rare excellence, acclaimed by international wine critics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Egly-Ouriet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44507038285995,"sku":"40360","price":116.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/egly-ouriet-champagne-grand-cru-extra-brut_40360_1_92562c1c-d346-4b21-9fa0-8d5e37379560.webp?v=1773692663","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/products\/egly-ouriet-champagne-grand-cru-extra-brut","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}