Champagne Egly-ouriet Grand cru millésime 2017 75cl

Regarding the Champagne Egly-ouriet Grand cru millésime 2017

A symbol of excellence and purity, the Egly-Ouriet Grand Cru Millésime 2017 Champagne embodies the soul of the great Champagne terroirs. Crafted exclusively from Grand Cru-classified vineyards, this exceptional vintage combines the nobility of Pinot Noir (70%) with the elegance of Chardonnay (30%).

Its golden hue promises beautiful ripeness and captivating aromatic depth. The nose reveals a rich palette of yellow fruits, toasted almonds, and brioche notes, delicately underscored by the chalky character of the great terroirs of Ambonnay. On the palate, the full-bodied, enveloping texture is balanced by vibrant tension and remarkable saline minerality. The ultra-low dosage (1 g/L) magnifies the purity of the fruit and enhances the intensity of this refined and precise Extra Brut champagne.

2017 was a very challenging vintage, marked by spring frosts, a rather hot summer, and ending with high humidity, requiring constant vigilance against disease pressure. The selection process, the House’s expertise, and plot-by-plot work made it possible to draw out the best from this harvest, resulting in a champagne of beautiful maturity that combines finesse, richness, and elegance.

It will enhance the finest dining experiences, pairing beautifully with a scallop carpaccio or roasted sweetbreads. Served as an aperitif, it will reveal its full elegance. A champagne that evokes emotion, it can also be savored on its own during a special moment or an exceptional celebration.

Already sumptuous today, this grand cru has remarkable aging potential, ranging from 10 to 15 years. Stored in a cellar away from light and temperature fluctuations, it will reveal extraordinary aromatic nobility over time.

Francis Egly offers a masterful interpretation of the 2017 vintage thanks to vinification conducted entirely in oak and the deliberate omission of malolactic fermentation, thereby preserving freshness, structure, and purity. The result: a vibrant, deep, and intense Champagne, tailor-made for lovers of terroir-driven wines and collectors of emotions.

La Revue du Vin de France has also awarded Maison Egly-Ouriet a fourth star, a rare distinction that confirms its status as an absolute benchmark and its inimitable style.