The Père Pinot 2 cuvée from Drappier champagne is a tribute to the history of the Drappier family and the Aube terroir. With its blend of four Pinot grapes, this unique cuvée reveals exceptional aromatic richness and rare depth. It is an ideal champagne to accompany a nice aperitif or the start of a meal.
The production of Père Pinot 2 Drappier champagne
The Père Pinot 2 cuvée pays tribute to Georges Drappier, nicknamed "Père Pinot" for promoting the replanting of Pinot Noir in the Aube region. It is made from the four traditional Champagne Pinot grapes: 25% Pinot Noir, 25% Pinot Meunier, 25% Fromenteau, and 25% Blanc Vrai (Pinot Blanc), all from family plots in Urville. Each grape variety brings a unique dimension to the blend and fully expresses the identity of the Aube terroir.
The vinification includes skin maceration for the Blanc Vrai, highlighting its structure and aromas. Half of the grapes were fermented and aged in quarter oak barrels from the Temple forest (Aube), giving the wine a subtle woody complexity. After three years of aging on slats and disgorging in March 2024, this cuvée is dosed at 1.8 g/L, with an old liqueur, for a perfect balance between freshness and intensity. The entire process is carried out without added sulfur, guaranteeing a pure expression of the wine.
The 2020 vintage
The 2020 vintage, on which this cuvée is based, was marked by exceptional weather conditions. An alternation of sunny days and cool nights allowed the grapes to ripen optimally, offering a perfect balance between aromatic concentration and freshness. The Pinots grown in Urville stand out this year for their intensity and finesse, making this vintage particularly remarkable.
Tasting notes
Appearance
The cuvée has a bright golden-pink color, reflecting the richness of the grape varieties and the elegance of its aging.
Nose
The nose is expressive and complex, blending notes of wild fruits such as blackberry and blueberry with subtle hints of cherry pit and vanilla infusion.
Palate
On the palate, this wine is full-bodied and structured, offering remarkable freshness and an elegant finish marked by aromas of toasted almonds and candied citrus fruits.
Serving suggestions
- Fresh peach salad with mint and toasted almonds
- Langoustine tartare with Espelette pepper
- Fresh goat cheese and honey canapés
- Roasted sea bass fillet with herbs
- Risotto with porcini mushrooms and Parmesan cheese
- Roasted pigeon with mild spices
- Red fruit tart
- Vanilla macaroons
- Dark chocolate soufflé
The price of a bottle of Père Pinot 2 champagne Drappier
The price of a bottle of Père Pinot 2 champagne from Drappier is 78,95 £GB. This is a rare cuvée, with only 1,764 bottles produced. It is an exceptional wine for lovers of unique and authentic champagnes.
Reviews of Père Pinot 2 champagne from Drappier
Connoisseurs praise Père Pinot 2 for its perfect balance between aromatic richness and freshness. Discover their feedback by reading the reviews of Père Pinot 2 champagne from Drappier.
Storing this champagne
To preserve the quality of this cuvée, store it in a cool, dark place at a constant temperature of 42°F to 50°F. With an aging potential of 10 to 15 years, it will continue to refine and reveal even more complexity.
