The Royale Réserve Rosé cuvée from Philipponnat champagne embodies the perfect balance between aromatic intensity and freshness. Thanks to its blend dominated by Pinot Noir and the subtle addition of red wines from Mareuil-sur-Ay and Les Riceys, it reveals a fruity and spicy palette, full of finesse. Its creamy effervescence and ample structure make it a refined rosé champagne, perfect as an aperitif or with a meal.
The production of Royale Réserve Rosé Philipponnat champagne
This champagne is a blend that reveals all the richness of the Champagne terroirs:
- 75% Pinot Noir: mainly from Mareuil-sur-Ay, it brings structure, vinosity, and aromatic intensity.
- 20% Chardonnay: from the Côte des Blancs, it confers finesse, freshness and mineral tension.
- 5% Pinot Meunier: grown in the Marne Valley, it rounds out the texture and adds delicious fruity notes.
Only the first pressing is used to guarantee purity of aromas and an authentic expression of the terroir. Vinification follows a traditional method aimed at preserving the wine's freshness and complexity. Malolactic fermentation is carried out, and some of the wines are aged in barrels to enrich the aromatic palette.
The distinctive feature of this rosé is the addition of 7-8% red wines, obtained by maceration from Pinot Noir from Mareuil-sur-Ay and Les Riceys. This technique gives the cuvée a delicate salmon color and remarkable fruit intensity. The moderate dosage (9 g/l) preserves the balance between freshness, vinosity, and purity.
Finally, the cuvée is aged on lees for 3 to 4 years, well beyond the legal requirements, thus promoting greater complexity and a silkier texture.
The Royale Réserve Rosé vintage
Royale Réserve Rosé Philipponnat is a non-vintage champagne. It is a blend of several vintages to ensure consistent aromas and optimal quality. The addition of 25 to 30% reserve wines, aged in wood according to the perpetual reserve method, brings extra depth and beautiful complexity to the wine.
Tasting notes
Color
The Royale Réserve Rosé Philipponnat has a beautiful salmon pink color, evolving towards coppery highlights. Its effervescence is fine, creamy, and persistent.
Nose
The nose reveals a bouquet of fresh red fruits, dominated by cherry and wild strawberry. With aeration, notes of citrus and grapefruit peel enrich the bouquet, bringing a sensation of freshness.
Palate
On the palate, this champagne reveals an elegant and pure attack. The mouthfeel is full and indulgent, carried by balanced acidity and a slight astringency that highlights the fruit. The finish is long, with subtle spicy notes.
Serving suggestions
- Gravlax salmon and dill cream
- Beef carpaccio with Parmesan
- Honey-glazed goat cheese crisps
- Veal fillet with morel mushrooms
- Roasted duck breast with red berries
- Salmon steak with citrus sauce
- Strawberry and basil tart
- Red fruit soup with pistachio slivers
- Raspberry and rose macarons
Storing this champagne
This Royale Réserve Rosé is best enjoyed within 3 to 5 years of purchase, stored away from light and temperature fluctuations. With time, it will develop even more roundness and elegance.
The price of Royale Réserve Rosé Philipponnat
The price of Royale Réserve Rosé Philipponnat is £74.95. This cuvée is distinguished by its subtle blend, extended aging, and balance between freshness and aromatic intensity. Its unique style makes it a must-try champagne for lovers of refined rosés.
Reviews of Royale Réserve Rosé by Philipponnat
Connoisseurs praise its fruity intensity and finesse. It is often described as an ideal champagne to accompany pink meats or red fruit desserts. For more detailed reviews, see Reviews of the Royale Réserve Rosé Philipponnat cuvée.
