The Grands Terroirs cuvée, presented here in magnum format, is the historic signature of Palmer & Co. It uniquely expresses the quintessence of the Premiers and Grands Crus of the Montagne de Reims in exceptional years.
The year 2012 was characterized by a rainy spring and a gloomy start to the summer. However, from mid-August onwards, summer arrived in Champagne, bringing very dry weather and warm temperatures until the end of the harvest. The 2012 harvest was relatively modest, contributing to the concentration of the wines.
Grands Terroirs 2012 is composed of 49% Pinot Noir, 46% Chardonnay and a touch of Meunier (5%). The grapes come from the Grands Crus of Mailly and Verzenay and the Premiers Crus of Trépail, Villers-Marmery, Ludes, Chigny-les-Roses, and Rilly-la-Montagne. All these terroirs of the Montagne de Reims bring different facets to the wine thanks to their specific characteristics.
The nose reflects the pure Palmer & Co style with its fruity notes of candied lemon and dried fruit, toasted pine nuts and caramelized hazelnuts. The bouquet then evolves towards honeyed and slightly spicy aromas of candied ginger and pastries.
The palate is both delicate and generous, marked by notes of saline minerality. It reveals aromas of lemon tart, grapefruit and yuzu. The silky texture completes a superb balance between generosity and tension.
Grands Terroirs 2012 from Palmer & Co is a very fine champagne that will leave a lasting impression with its amplitude and incredible balance.
