The 2019 Œil de Perdrix cuvée from Doyard Champagne is a tribute to Champagne traditions, expressing the perfect balance between power and finesse. This slightly pink-tinged champagne is ideal for accompanying refined dishes.
The production of Doyard's 2019 Œil de Perdrix champagne
This cuvée takes its name from the 18th century and the color of the juice obtained when pressing Pinot Noir grapes, which was slightly pink. Today's techniques make it possible to obtain white juice from black grapes, but this was not the case at the time. An Œil de Perdrix champagne was therefore a champagne with a slightly pink hue.
The 2019 Œil de Perdrix cuvée is composed of 75% Pinot Noir from the Grand Cru vineyards of Aÿ and 25% Chardonnay from the Grands Crus of Avize. These exceptional terroirs bring unique aromatic richness and remarkable mineral freshness.
The Pinot Noir is vinified in stainless steel vats to preserve its purity, while the Chardonnay undergoes fermentation in oak barrels (which have previously held up to five wines) to bring subtle complexity. No sugar is added (no chaptalization), and only the first pressing is used for the Chardonnay. Malolactic fermentation is not carried out in order to preserve a beautiful liveliness. The cuvée is dosed as Extra Brut to highlight the purity of the vintage and the terroir.
The 2019 vintage
The 2019 vintage in Champagne was marked by exceptional weather conditions. A hot, dry summer promoted perfect ripening of the grapes, combining aromatic concentration and natural balance. The Pinot Noirs from Aÿ stood out for their intensity, while the Chardonnays from Avize brought freshness and elegance, resulting in a vintage of great precision.
Tasting notes
Color
This cuvée has a slightly pink color with coppery highlights, reminiscent of a partridge's eye.
Nose
The nose is elegant and complex, blending notes of red fruit, redcurrant, and pink grapefruit, with a hint of white flowers and toasted bread.
Palate
On the palate, this champagne is full-bodied and structured, with beautiful mineral tension and a lingering salty finish. Ripe fruit aromas intertwine with citrus nuances and a slight hint of spice.
Serving suggestions
- Marinated salmon verrines
- Foie gras and fig canapés
- Comté cheese gougères
- Seafood risotto
- Bresse chicken with morel mushrooms
- Roasted turbot fillet with champagne sauce
- Strawberry tart
- Lemon macaroons
- Citrus soufflé
The price of a bottle of Œil de Perdrix 2019 champagne Doyard
The price of a bottle of Œil de Perdrix 2019 champagne from Doyard is 100,95 £GB. This cuvée highlights the exceptional expertise of the winemaker. It is a collector's cuvée that will appeal to discerning connoisseurs.
Reviews of the 2019 Œil de Perdrix champagne from Doyard
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Storing this champagne
To keep this wine in optimal condition, store it in a cool, dark place at a stable temperature between 50 and 68°F. With an aging potential of around 10 years, this champagne will continue to refine with time.
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