Product Description
- Champagne AOC. Produce of France.
- With ripe citrus flavours and a delicate mousse, this dry Champagne is made from Chardonnay grapes only, and from the best located vineyards the Grand Cru villages of the Côtes des Blancs. Produced only in the best years, with extra time spent in the cellars which enhances its longevity. Serve it as an aperitif or with smoked salmon blinis. Store horizontally in a cool, dark place. Do not store at high temperatures or shake bottle before opening. Open with care.
Information
Allergy Information
- Contains: Contains sulphites.,
- Contains sulphites.
Tasting Notes
- Ripe citrus flavours and a delicate mousse, serve as an aperitif or with smoked salmon blinis
Region of Origin
Champagne
Wine Colour
White
Alcohol Units
9.4
ABV
12.5% vol
Current Vintage
2012
Producer
Union Champagne
Type of Closure
Natural Cork
Wine Maker
Cedric Jacopin
Country
France
Alcohol Type
Champagne
Taste Category
Crisp & dry
Grape Variety
Chardonnay
Vinification Details
- Pressing and fermentation are traditionally carried out, with malolactic fermentation partially blocked to retain crispness. This all chardonnay blend requires extra bottle age which helps to soften and develop its flavours.
History
- The producer, Union Champagne in Avize, is the largest owner of premier and grand cru grapes in Champagne, owning some 1200 hectares of vines, thus giving them access to the lion's share of the best quality.
Regional Information
- The Chardonnay used for the blend in this vintage champagne comes from the famous villages of the Cote des Blancs. Union Champagne is the largest owner of these prestigious vineyards.
Storage Type
Ambient
Storage Instructions
- This wine is ideal for drinking now but can be kept for up to 2 years
Alcohol Unit Other Text
Wine Effervescence
- Sparkling
Storage
Store horizontally in a cool dark place. To enjoy this wine at its very best, drink within 2 years of purchase. Once open drink within 2 hours. Do not store at high temperatures or shake the bottle before opening. Open with care.
Produce of
France
Number of uses
6
Name and address
- Tesco Stores Ltd.,
- Welwyn Garden City AL7 1GA,
- U.K.
Net Contents
750ml e
Nutrition
| Typical Values | 100ml contains | Each glass (125ml) contains |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 286kJ / 69kcal | 358kJ / 86kcal |
| Alcohol | 9.9g | 12.3g |
| *Reference intake of an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal) | - | - |
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