{"product_id":"philipponnat-blanc-de-noirs-2018","title":"Philipponnat Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut 2018","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePhilipponnat traces its documented winemaking heritage back to 1522 and formally established the Champagne house in Mareuil‑sur‑Aÿ in 1910. Still led by the Philipponnat family under Charles Philipponnat, the estate is celebrated for its bold expression of Pinot Noir, ownership of Clos des Goisses, long lees aging and restrained dosage. Its crafted style blends tradition, precision, and respect for terroir, consistently delivering Champagnes renowned for structure, depth, and finesse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eUnder Charles Philipponnat’s leadership, the winemaking team focuses on first-press Pinot Noir, traditional vinification, balanced use of oak and prolonged lees contact to achieve harmonious complexity. The crew ensures each cuvée reflects the house’s signature style—bold, vinous, and terroir-driven—while preserving freshness and purity of fruit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis Blanc de Noirs is sourced exclusively from Premier and Grand Cru sites within the Montagne de Reims region, including vineyards in Mareuil‑sur‑Aÿ and Avenay. Soils are chalk-rich with beneficial drainage, south exposures ensure ripeness, while the cooler microclimate retains acidity and aromatic freshness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eCrafted as 100% Pinot Noir from first-press juice, approximately 57% of the wine is fermented in wood without malolactic fermentation; the remainder undergoes partial malolactic in vats. It carries an extra‑brut dosage of around 4.25 g\/L and is aged on lees for four to six years to develop depth and complexity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe wine shows an intense golden hue with pink glints. The nose reveals floral aromas of violet and acacia followed by apricot, strawberry and morello cherry. The palate is full-bodied and generous, with forest fruit notes leading to a fresh, elegant finish with hints of spice, aniseed and liquorice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePairs beautifully with chicken tagine featuring apricots and almonds, rich foie gras and terrines. Serve around 8–9°C as an aperitif or slightly warmer (10–12°C) to accompany meals, enhancing its complexity and harmony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe chilled between 8–9 °C as an aperitif or 10–12 °C when paired with food. A tulip or classic Champagne glass is ideal to display its aromatic richness and fine mousse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEnjoyable now after extended cellar aging, this vintage can also develop further if cellared properly (cool, dark environment) for at least five years and potentially longer, gaining tertiary complexity over time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; percentage used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e100% Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eApproximately 12.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e94 – Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e92 – Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Club","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922277482710,"sku":null,"price":603.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/PhilipponnatBlancdeNoirs.png?v=1773668156","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/philipponnat-blanc-de-noirs-2018","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}