Made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes, Canard-Duchêne Blanc de Blancs Iconic champagne embodies the elegance and finesse of this iconic grape variety. Made from the finest terroirs of the Côte des Blancs and Vitryat, this gourmet cuvée reveals a pure, bright and generous style. Ideal as an aperitif or with subtle food pairings, it is designed for lovers of great Blanc de Blancs with a mature expression.
A rigorous selection of great Champagne terroirs
This 100% Chardonnay is a blend of carefully selected crus: Nogent-l'Abbesse, Avize, Vertus, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and Montgueux. Maison Canard-Duchêne combines the tension and minerality of the Côte des Blancs with the floral freshness of Vitryat. This cuvée includes 30% reserve wines, adding richness and complexity.
It is aged for at least three years, well beyond the standard, in the chalk cellars of the Ludes estate (11°C, 90% humidity). The dosage is kept to less than 7 g/L, highlighting the brilliance of the Chardonnay while maintaining a beautiful roundness.
Tasting notes
Color
The Blanc de Blancs Iconic has a pale golden color, enlivened by a fine, persistent effervescence.
Nose
The nose opens with delicate aromas of white fruits such as pear and lychee, which evolve into more pastry notes of cream and biscuit.
Palate
On the palate, the attack is lively and precise. The texture is supple and indulgent, carried by a lovely acidity. White fruits dominate, with a fresh and subtly chalky finish.
Serving suggestions
- Oysters in cucumber jelly
- Sea bream tartare with lime
- Blini with tarama and yuzu zest
- Cod and green vegetable soup
- Fillet of sole with lemon butter
- Poached poultry with lemon cream
- Lemon meringue pie
- Lemon panna cotta
- White fruit salad with citrus zest
The price of Blanc de Blancs Iconic Canard-Duchêne
The price of a bottle of Blanc de Blancs Iconic champagne is 33,95 £GB. With its freshness, minerality, and finesse, this cuvée is a benchmark for lovers of pure Chardonnay.
Reviews of Blanc de Blancs Iconic
Critics praise the balance and precision of this cuvée, noting its beautiful persistence and pure style. Several prestigious awards have recognized its excellence: 92/100 Falstaff, Mundus Vini gold medal, Terre de Vins gold medal. Read reviews of Blanc de Blancs Iconic.
Storage and serving
Blanc de Blancs Iconic can be enjoyed now or cellared for 5 to 7 years in a dark place at a constant temperature (between 62 and 59°F). Serve between 44 and 50°F in a tulip glass to appreciate all its nuances.
Anecdote about this cuvée
In 1968, Maison Canard-Duchêne created its first "oenological" champagnes in an exclusively designed bottle. Blanc de Blancs Iconic is part of this heritage, sublimating Chardonnay with precision and energy for an intense and gastronomic sensory experience.
