Champagne Egly-Ouriet Grand Cru Blanc de Noirs Les Crayères Vieilles Vignes NV (Base 17, Disg. July 24) cave-de-tain-lhermitage inkling of citrus blossom

inkling of citrus blossom

like the whole vineyard

Nose: A triumph of aromas

Vines with an average age of 35 years

lie over deeper soils rich in manganese and metallic oxides

Champagne Egly-Ouriet Grand Cru Blanc de Noirs Les Crayères Vieilles Vignes NV (Base 17, Disg. July 24) cave-de-tain-lhermitage inkling of citrus blossomThe Ambonnay based Egly Ouriet are a reference point for grower producers in Champagne, known for their impeccable vineyard management and fastidious winemaking skills. Much of their production is raised in oak barrels, with extended aging on lees a feature. Blanc De Noirs is the flagship wine from Egly Ouriet, and the one that first captured the attention of the wider Champagne public. This 100% Pinot Noir cuvee comes from the Les Crayeres vineyard