Produced with the same high standards as the bottle, the Clos Cazals Vieilles Vines 2015 magnum further enhances the expression of Chardonnay Grand Cru d'Oger. The perfect format for special occasions or extended aging, this magnum reveals all the minerality and generosity of this exceptional terroir.
Production of Clos Cazals Vieilles Vignes 2015 magnum
Clos Cazals Vieilles Vignes is made from a rigorous selection of old vines planted in 1957 in the famous family vineyard in Oger. After fermentation in stainless steel vats, 20% of the wines are aged in oak barrels to enrich the texture and add complexity to the aromas. The cuvée is then aged for nine years on lees in the cellars of the Maison. The low dosage of 2 g/L respects the purity of the terroir and enhances the natural finesse of the Grand Cru.
The 2015 vintage
The 2015 vintage is renowned in Champagne for its exceptional ripeness and perfect balance between concentration and freshness. The year's optimal weather conditions produced rich, precise wines with great aging potential. This Clos Cazals 2015 magnum is a superb example, combining intensity and rare elegance.
Tasting notes
Color
The color of the Clos Cazals Vieilles Vignes 2015 magnum is a sparkling pale gold, enlivened by a delicate and regular effervescence.
Nose
On the nose, refined aromas of white flowers intertwine with hints of lemon zest, toasted bread, and fine pastries.
Palate
On the palate, the attack is lively and energetic. The wine then reveals a full body, supported by a beautiful chalky tension. Flavorsof candied citrus and iodine-rich minerals linger on the finish, which is salty and persistent.
Serving suggestions
- Special oysters
- Sea bream carpaccio
- Crab cromesquis
☐ - Roasted lobster with salted butter
- Chicken supreme with morel mushrooms
- Grilled Saint-Pierre with candied lemon
- Thin citrus tart
- Baba with aged rum
- Almond shortbread with orange zest
The price of the 2015 Clos Cazals Vieilles Vignes magnum
The price of a magnum of Clos Cazals Vieilles Vignes 2015 is 193,95 £GB. The ultimate prestigious format, it guarantees optimal aging and an incomparable tasting experience.
The advantages of the magnum
Magnums are known to promote slower, more harmonious wine development thanks to their ideal volume-to-oxygen ratio. They offer finer bubbles, greater complexity, and longer-lasting freshness. The ideal choice to accompany gourmet meals or to build a cellar for aging.
Reviews of the Clos Cazals Vieilles Vignes 2015 magnum
Critics praise its subtle balance between fullness and tension, as well as its remarkable aging potential. In magnum format, the cuvée expresses all the nobility of the Clos with even greater elegance. See reviews of Clos Cazals Vieilles Vignes 2015 in magnum.
Storage and serving
Clos Cazals Vieilles Vignes 2015 magnum can be enjoyed now or kept for 10 to 15 years to reach its peak. Serve between 62 and 59°F in a large tulip glass to fully release its complex aromas.
Anecdote about this cuvée
Clos Cazals is one of the few true clos champenois, a well-kept secret passed down from generation to generation. For over 60 years, these old vines from Oger have infused each cuvée with their mineral energy, becoming the emblem of the Cazals family's patience and expertise.
