Egly-Ouriet Grand Cru Blanc de Noirs Brut Les Crayères Vieilles Vignes NV

Region: Ambonnay, Champagne, France
Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir (Old Vines planted in 1946)
Aging: 72-75 months on lees | Barrel fermentation with full malolactic

A Masterpiece of Ambonnay Terroir

Crafted by legendary vigneron Francis Egly, this Grand Cru Blanc de Noirs embodies the perfect marriage of power and finesse from Champagne’s prized Les Crayères vineyard. The south-facing chalk slopes of Ambonnay yield grapes of extraordinary concentration, while extended lees aging (6+ years) creates breathtaking complexity.

Tasting Profile

• Aroma: Golden orchard fruits, orange blossom, toasted hazelnut, and honeyed brioche with a whisper of Ambonnay’s signature saline minerality
• Palate: Luxuriously layered with ripe peach, Anjou pear, and candied citrus, framed by a precisely etched chalkiness and vibrant acidity
• Finish: Enduring and sculpted – think smoky red plum, caraway spice, and a mousse as refined as hand-polished crystal

Critical Acclaim

Rated 99 points by Decanter and Jeb Dunnuck, this organic Champagne transcends vintage limitations. Critics highlight its “kaleidoscopic depth” (Wine Advocate) and “Burgundian weight” (Vinous), with aging potential through 2040+.

Perfect For: Collectors seeking investment-grade Champagne, or those celebrating milestones with a wine that evolves magnificently in the cellar. Serve at 10-12°C alongside truffle risotto or aged Comté cheese.

Alcohol: 12.5% | Limited production – ships in professional protective packaging