Vilmart & Cie

Grand Cellier Oenothèque T18 | Bottle 75cl

The price of the Grand Cellier Oenothèque T18 Vilmart & Cie cuvée is 99,95 £GB. This cuvée has undergone extended aging in the winery's cellars.

Antonio Galloni and The Wine Advocate regularly praise this estate’s winemaking. Read our customers’ reviews on this page: Reviews of the Grand Cellier Oenothèque T18 cuvée from Vilmart & Cie.

The Grand Cellier Oenothèque T18 Vilmart & Cie champagne is a Brut. The final sugar addition is limited to seven grams, added directly after disgorgement. The dosage rounds out the finish very slightly.

Yes, letting this champagne breathe for a few minutes is beneficial. The exposure to oxygen releases the wine’s complex bouquet and highlights the richness it gained during aging in oak casks.

Grand Cellier Oenothèque T18 Vilmart & Cie champagne pairs perfectly with fine seafood dishes, such as citrus-glazed John Dory or roasted lobster with salted butter. The wine’s full-bodied structure effortlessly complements the richness of these seafood delicacies.

The aging process for the Grand Cellier Oenothèque T18 Vilmart & Cie champagne lasts 8 years, far exceeding the appellation’s requirements. This extended rest on the lees triggers autolysis (the gradual breakdown of yeast, which enriches the bottle’s texture and aromas). The chalky cellars of Rilly-la-Montagne, with their constant temperature, provide the perfect environment for this evolution.