Cazals

Clos Cazals 2015 | Bottle 75cl

Description

Clos Cazals Vieilles Vignes 2015 is an exceptional champagne from Maison Claude Cazals. A true expression of the Grand Cru d'Oger, this 100% Chardonnay reveals all the richness and minerality of this legendary terroir, thanks to patient aging and meticulous work in the cellar.

Production of Clos Cazals Vieilles Vignes 2015

Made exclusively from the historic "Vieilles Vignes" plot planted in 1957 within the Clos Cazals, this champagne embodies the soul of the Côte des Blancs. After alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in stainless steel vats, 20% of the wines are aged in oak barrels to gain complexity. Aging on lees lasts for nine years in the Maison's vaulted cellars, giving the wine depth and elegance. This cuvée is dosed at only 2 g/L to preserve all its aromatic purity.

The 2015 vintage

The year 2015 in Champagne was marked by extreme weather conditions. After a late spring, the spectacular, dry summer produced grapes of exceptional quality, with a perfect balance between richness and freshness. This vintage is recognized as one of the greatest of the decade, revealing expressive, deep champagnes with great aging potential.

Tasting notes

• Color

  The Clos Cazals Vieilles Vignes 2015 has a bright pale gold color with subtle silvery highlights. The effervescence is fine and dynamic, forming a generous sparkling bead.

• Nose

  On the nose, this champagne reveals a discreet floral opening, marked by notes of white flowers andhawthorn, before blossoming into more indulgent aromasof candied citrus and fine pastries.

• Palate

  On the palate, the attack is clean and lively. The mouthfeel is full and chiseled, with a beautiful mineral tension characteristic of the Oger terroir.Citrus notes mingle with buttery touches and the long, iodine-tinged finish brings freshness and persistence.

Serving suggestions

Appetizer bites

• Pan-fried foie gras
• Scallop tartare
• Blini with sea urchin cream

Main dishes

• Poultry with morel sauce
• Roasted cod fillet
• Sole fillet with lemon butter

Desserts

• Thin citrus tart
• Light rum baba
• Almond financier

The price of the Clos Cazals Vieilles Vignes 2015

The price of a bottle of Clos Cazals Vieilles Vignes 2015 is 104,95 €. This exceptional Grand Cru embodies the quintessence of Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs, combining controlled power and pure elegance.

Reviews of the Clos Cazals Vieilles Vignes 2015

Praised by enthusiasts and critics alike for its finesse and complexity, this wine is often cited as one of the finest expressions of the Oger terroir. Its length on the palate and aging potential are impressive. See reviews of Clos Cazals Vieilles Vignes 2015.

Storage and serving

Clos Cazals Vieilles Vignes 2015 can be enjoyed now for its tension and brightness, or kept for 8 to 10 years to develop more ample and complex notes. It is recommended to serve it between 62°F and 59°F in a tulip-shaped wine glass to appreciate its full aromatic richness.

Anecdote about this cuvée

Clos Cazals is one of the few true clos in Champagne, entirely walled and planted by the Cazals family in 1957. This enchanting site in Oger is home to some of the oldest vines in the village, giving each cuvée unparalleled depth and identity.