{"product_id":"champagne-thienot-brut-2012","title":"Champagne Thiénot Brut 2012","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background \u0026amp; History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eFounded in 1985, \u003cb\u003eChampagne Thiénot\u003c\/b\u003e is a relatively young house compared to some of its historic counterparts. Despite its youth, Thiénot has earned a strong reputation for producing refined and modern Champagnes. The house focuses on creating expressive wines that combine tradition with innovation, and the \u003cb\u003e2012 vintage\u003c\/b\u003e is considered one of the most prestigious releases in recent years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer \u0026amp; Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThiénot’s winemaking is guided by a philosophy of balance and precision. For the \u003cb\u003e2012 vintage\u003c\/b\u003e, the house aimed to capture the purity of the fruit and the freshness of the vintage. This Champagne reflects the elegance and complexity that Thiénot is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyard\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe grapes for \u003cb\u003eThiénot Brut Vintage 2012\u003c\/b\u003e come from a selection of Grand Cru vineyards in the \u003cb\u003eMontagne de Reims\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eCôte des Blancs\u003c\/b\u003e regions, known for their exceptional terroirs. These areas provide a perfect blend of conditions for growing both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, contributing to the wine’s structure and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThiénot Brut Vintage 2012\u003c\/b\u003e is a balanced blend of \u003cb\u003e65% Chardonnay\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003e35% Pinot Noir\u003c\/b\u003e. The Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs provides freshness and minerality, while the Pinot Noir from the Montagne de Reims adds depth and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003e2012 vintage\u003c\/b\u003e was marked by a challenging growing season, with early frosts and a wet spring, followed by an ideal late summer that allowed the grapes to ripen perfectly. The result was a low-yield but high-quality harvest, producing wines with excellent concentration, acidity, and aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV %\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe alcohol by volume (ABV) for \u003cb\u003eThiénot Brut Vintage 2012\u003c\/b\u003e is \u003cb\u003e12%\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification and Aging Method\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis Champagne is produced using the \u003cb\u003eméthode champenoise\u003c\/b\u003e, with secondary fermentation in the bottle. The wine was aged on its lees for several years, contributing to its creamy texture and complex flavors. The dosage is kept low, at around \u003cb\u003e6 g\/L\u003c\/b\u003e, to maintain freshness and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrapes Varietals\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e65% Pinot Noir\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e25% Chardonnay\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e10% Pinot Meunier\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance\u003c\/b\u003e: Bright golden hue with fine bubbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose\u003c\/b\u003e: Aromas of \u003cb\u003ebrioche\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003etoasted nuts\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003elemon zest\u003c\/b\u003e, alongside hints of \u003cb\u003egreen apple\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eminerality\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate\u003c\/b\u003e: Elegant and refined, with flavors of \u003cb\u003ecitrus\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eapple\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003epear\u003c\/b\u003e, balanced by a creamy texture and vibrant acidity. The finish is long, with notes of \u003cb\u003etoasted almonds\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003ebrioche\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood and Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThiénot Brut Vintage 2012 pairs well with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eOysters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eLobster\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSushi\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003esashimi\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrilled fish\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eseafood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoft cheeses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eServe at \u003cb\u003e8-10°C\u003c\/b\u003e (46-50°F) in a wide Champagne flute or white wine glass to allow the wine’s complex aromas to develop fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Ageing Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThiénot Brut Vintage 2012 has excellent aging potential. It can be enjoyed now, but it will continue to develop complexity over the next \u003cb\u003e10-15 years\u003c\/b\u003e, with notes of honey, dried fruits, and more pronounced brioche emerging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eVivino\u003c\/b\u003e: 4.2\/5 (among the top 2% of all wines globally) .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTastingbook\u003c\/b\u003e: 90 points .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSummary\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThiénot Brut Vintage 2012\u003c\/b\u003e is a beautifully crafted Champagne that showcases the elegance and complexity of this exceptional vintage. With its balance of freshness, depth, and aging potential, it is perfect for both special occasions and fine dining pairings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OMY Cellar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922409832662,"sku":null,"price":579.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/ChampagneThienot2012.jpg?v=1773670270","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/champagne-thienot-brut-2012","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}