The 2015 vintage of Champagne R.H. Coutier is an Extra-Brut Grand Cru that celebrates an exceptional year in the Ambonnay terroir. Complex, balanced, and elegant, this cuvée reveals all the character and maturity of this unique vintage. Ideal for lovers of sophisticated vintage champagnes.
Production of the 2015 vintage R.H. Coutier champagne
This vintage cuvée is a blend of 75% Pinot Noir and 25% Chardonnay, grown on the Grand Cru plots of Ambonnay. Produced exclusively in exceptional years, this cuvée perfectly reflects the 2015 harvest. The champagne has been aged on its lees for a minimum of 8 years, developing great complexity and remarkable structure. With an Extra-Brut dosage of 3 g/l, this cuvée retains a vibrant freshness and aromatic purity. Production is limited to just 5,000 bottles and 500 magnums, guaranteeing its exclusivity.
A tribute to the 2015 vintage
The 2015 vintage offered ideal climatic conditions, allowing the grapes to ripen to perfection. This vintage, marked by its richness and balance, is fully reflected in this cuvée, which expresses the quintessence of the Ambonnay terroir.
Tasting notes
Appearance
The 2015 vintage has a bright golden color, enlivened by a fine and persistent effervescence.
Nose
A complex nose, blending subtle toasted notes and aromas of yellow fruits such as peach and mirabelle plum.
Palate
On the palate, the attack is clean and balanced. The wine reveals beautiful maturity and elegant roundness, with a fresh, mineral finish that is characteristic of the chalky terroir of Ambonnay.
Food pairing
- Oysters au gratin with champagne
- Sea bream tartare with citrus fruits
- Comté cheese gougères
- Truffled free-range poultry
- Pan-fried scallops, lemon emulsion
- Roasted sea bass fillet, white butter sauce
- Pear crumble
- Mirabelle plum tart
- Lemon sorbet
The price of a bottle of R.H. Coutier's 2015 vintage
The price of a bottle of R.H. Coutier's 2015 vintage is 49,95 £GB. This limited-production vintage champagne reflects the excellence of the Ambonnay terroir and the art of winemaking. Its rarity and exceptional quality make it a popular choice among lovers of fine champagnes.
Reviews of the 2015 vintage from R.H. Coutier
Connoisseurs praise the aromatic complexity andbalance of this cuvée. It is particularly appreciated for its fresh, mineral finish and its ability to enhance refined dishes. Read the reviews: Reviews of the 2015 vintage from R.H. Coutier.
Storing this champagne
To preserve its exceptional qualities, store the bottle in a cool, dark place at a stable temperature of 42-54°F. This champagne can age well until 2035, developing even more complex and harmonious aromas.
The R.H. Coutier style
The R.H. Coutier estate has been perpetuating a philosophy of respect for the terroir for five generations. Located in Ambonnay, a Grand Cru village in the Montagne de Reims, this family estate is distinguished by its champagnes of great finesse, combining tradition and innovation. Under the impetus of Antoine Coutier, each cuvée reflects the terroir and the unique expertise of the house.
