Castelnau

Le Blanc de Blancs 2009 | Bottle 75cl

Description

Elegant and expressive, Champagne Castelnau's Blanc de Blancs 2009 embodies a generous, sunny Chardonnay. This exceptional vintage, shaped by time and the House's expertise, reveals a perfect alliance between power and delicacy. Its long aging in the cellar enhances its aromas and gives it a silky, captivating texture.

An exceptional Chardonnay from the finest terroirs

The Blanc de Blancs 2009 is made from a careful selection of the finest Chardonnays in Champagne:

• 50% from Vitryat and Sézannais, bringing freshness and aromatic brilliance.
• 30% from Trépail and Villers-Marmery in the Montagne de Reims, offering finesse and minerality.
• 20% selected from Cramant, Mesnil-sur-Oger, Avize and Oger on the Côte des Blancs, contributing richness and complexity.

The dosage of 6 g/L perfectly balances the natural freshness of Chardonnay and the generosity of this sunny vintage. Each bottle benefits from extended aging in the cellar, ensuring aromatic complexity and a remarkably silky texture.

The 2009 vintage

The year 2009 in Champagne was marked by a climate particularly favorable to optimal grape ripening. After a cold winter and a contrasting spring, the summer turned out to be hot and dry, with a particularly sunny August. These conditions allowed the Chardonnays to develop beautiful aromatic concentration while maintaining balanced acidity. The harvest, which began in early September in mild weather, produced grapes of great maturity, bursting with sunshine, with high sugar levels and well-integrated acidity. This vintage is known for its full-bodied, expressive and elegant wines, perfectly suited for extended aging.

Tasting notes

• Appearance

  The Blanc de Blancs 2009 has a beautiful jewel-like golden color, sparkling with lively, delicate bubbles.

• Nose

  On the nose, you will discover a walk under the sun in the garrigue, with notes of lemon, bay leaves, immortelle flowers and rosemary. A subtle toasted veil, the signature of Cellar Master Carine Bailleul's wines, completes this aromatic complexity.

• Palate

  On the palate, this champagne seduces with its balance between sweet spices (curry and saffron) and indulgence, reminiscent of the 13 desserts of Provence: fresh hazelnut, almond, raisins, and candied fruit. The finish is carried by a beautifulcitrus freshness, leaving a lively and refined sensation.

Serving suggestions

Appetizers

• Trout egg blinis
• Scallop tartare with citrus fruits
• Mini herb and cream cheese puffs

Main dishes

• Quail with grapes
• Milanese risotto
• Chicken tagine with lemon

Desserts

• Crêpes Suzette
• Almond and honey tart
• Exotic fruit stir-fry with saffron

The price of Champagne Castelnau Blanc de Blancs 2009

The price of a bottle of Castelnau Blanc de Blancs 2009 Champagne is 62,95 €. This exceptional vintage, enhanced by long aging, offers a refined and intense tasting experience.

Reviews of Castelnau Blanc de Blancs 2009

Champagne lovers praise its complexity and balance between freshness and aromatic richness. Its sunny character and elegant finish make it an ideal cuvée for special occasions. Read reviews of the Blanc de Blancs 2009 cuvée.

Storage and serving

Champagne Castelnau Blanc de Blancs 2009 is now mature and ready to drink. It can also be kept for a few more years to gain complexity. Serve between 42°F and 54°F to appreciate its full aromatic richness.