La Dame Blanche from Maison Jacques Chaput is a Blanc de Blancs made exclusively from the 2010 harvest and bottled in 2011. After 13 years of aging on lees, this rare cuvée offers a subtle and distinguished expression of the Champagne terroir. With great finesse, it seduces with its aromatic complexity, freshness, and elegant texture.
An exceptional cuvée born from Chardonnay
Made from a blend of Chardonnay harvested in 2010, the Dame Blanche cuvée embodies the expertise of Maison Chaput. The grapes come from the Kimmeridgian clay-limestone terroirs around Arrentières, in the Côte des Bar. This unique soil imparts great minerality to the wine, underscored by a precise dosage of 5.5 g/L of MCR (rectified concentrated must), thus preserving the purity of the fruit.
The result of a long aging process of 13 years on slats, this cuvée is distinguished by its complexity, its freshness preserved thanks to slow maturation, and its accomplished aromatic expression. It is a refined and generous champagne, perfect for special occasions.
The 2010 vintage
The year 2010 in Champagne was marked by a cool, wet start, followed by a milder summer. Conditions allowed the Chardonnays to ripen beautifully, particularly on the limestone terroirs, producing balanced, taut wines with excellent aging potential. La Dame Blanche is a superb expression of this.
Tasting notes
Color
The Dame Blanche cuvée has a clear, light yellow color with green highlights. The effervescence is fine and delicate.
Nose
An expressive nose combining brioche notes, hints of almond and a lemony freshness. With aeration, the bubbles burst, releasing rich aromas.
Palate
The palate seduces with its creamy texture and great freshness. The whole is balanced and persistent, with an elegant and thirst-quenching finish.
Serving suggestions
- Comté cheese gougères
- Blini with smoked salmon and lemon cream
- Celery and green apple verrine
- Dill salmon carpaccio
- Grilled scallops
- Cod fillet with citrus fruits
- Lemon meringue pie
- Panna cotta with citrus zest
- Almond and lemon macarons
The price of Dame Blanche Champagne
The price of a bottle of Dame Blanche Jacques Chaput is 30,95 £GB. A long-aging Blanc de Blancs with remarkable balance, ideal for accompanying exceptional moments.
Reviews of Dame Blanche
Blanc de Blancs enthusiasts praise the elegance and precision of this cuvée. Its long aging gives it a rare complexity and a highly appreciated creamy texture. Read reviews of the Dame Blanche cuvée.
Storage and serving
Champagne Dame Blanche can be enjoyed now or kept for another 2 to 3 years away from light and at a constant temperature. Serve between 7 and 10°C to reveal all its nuances.
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