Domaine Alexandre Bonnet - Coteaux Champenois blanc 2022
15/20
Jancis Robinson
"An exclusive vintage, discover the soul of the Les Riceys terroir"
This blend of Pinot Noir (vinified like a white wine) and Chardonnay expresses the pure, mineral substance of Les Riceys' marl-limestone terroir. The nose is complex, with notes of ripe pineapple, candied citrus peel, and a subtle floral bouquet. The palate is very well balanced, offering remarkable freshness and superb length.
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Eye
Clear and bright color, yellow with green and gold highlights
Nose
Initial nose with a slight woodiness, delicately blended, notes of ripe pineapple, candied citrus peel, subtle floral bouquet
Mouth
Beautiful amplitude, rich and enveloping texture, superb length on the palate, fresh finish, all in perfect balance.
Serve
At 8°-10°C
Open
Allow to breathe before tasting from the bottle or glass.
Drink before
2026 to retain freshness and 2029 for greater complexity
Food and wine pairings
Serve with langoustine ravioli, sea bass with lemon butter, filet mignon with dried apricots, or a selection of fine cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
3-star rating (High-quality production, serving as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
This Riceys-based winery has completely overhauled its operations, presenting itself as an estate with numerous single-vineyard wines inspired by the Burgundy model. It specializes in black grapes (although it also produces a respectable cuvée of Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay, Harmonie-de-Blancs) and in particular a delicious rosé de saignée, i.e. made from the initial stages of red wine production and not, as is more often the case in Champagne, from a blend of red and white grapes. The champagnes have gradually gained depth of flavor and finesse of texture.
Decanter
Rated domain Recommended
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Domain rated Recommended (Recommended)
About the estate:
The village lies at the end of the Laignes valley, on the border between Champagne and Burgundy. It is a land of hillsides that man has patiently shaped for vineyards over centuries. Its history and name are many, its reputation singular: Les Riceys. On the steepest slopes of Champagne, the Kimmeridgian limestone gives the Pinot Noir grapes of Les Riceys the unique expression that has made the reputation of its three appellations: Champagne, Coteaux-Champenois, and Rosé-des-Riceys. The Alexandre Bonnet estate produces some of the most sought-after wines of the Côte des Bar.
Jancis Robinson
Wine rating (2024 guide) 15/20 (2021 vintage)
Rated Recommended
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