{"product_id":"philipponnat-royale-reserve-brut-nv-magnum-1-5l","title":"Philipponnat Royale Réserve Brut NV 1.5L","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’s legacy began in 1522 when the family acquired vineyards in Aÿ and Mareuil‑sur‑Aÿ. The house was officially founded in 1910 and continues to be family-led under Charles Philipponnat. With vineyards spanning Grand and Premier Cru sites, Philipponnat is renowned for its biodiverse viticulture and traditional winemaking techniques such as oak fermentation, solera-aged reserve wine integration, and extended lees aging—methods that yield rich, mineral-driven Champagnes with enduring freshness and depth\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\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\"\u003eHeaded by Charles Philipponnat, the winery focuses on crafting expressive, terroir-driven non-vintage cuvées. The solera method is central, blending 20–30% reserve wines aged in oak barrels with fresh base wines. The cellar team carefully manages barrel aging, lees contact, and low dosage to ensure consistency and complexity in each release\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\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\"\u003eGrapes are sourced from the house’s own Grand and Premier Cru vineyards located in Aÿ, Mareuil‑sur‑Aÿ, Avenay, and Mutigny. These sites are characterized by south-facing chalky slopes that provide excellent sun exposure and drainage, contributing ripe, structured fruit with fine mineral undertones, which typify Philipponnat’s style\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\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\"\u003eRoyale Réserve Brut NV is crafted from first-press cuvée with approximately 20–30% reserve wine integrated via the solera system. Fermentation occurs partly in oak and stainless steel, with partial malolactic fermentation. The blend ages for around three years on lees before disgorgement, with a dosage of about 8 g\/L\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\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\"\u003eThis Champagne displays a deep golden hue, with aromas of vine blossom, linden, toasted bread, redcurrant, raspberry, and ripe grape. The palate is full-bodied, generous, and long, with creamy flavors and refined texture, showcasing a harmonious and sophisticated experience\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\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\"\u003eIdeal with hot or cold white meats, poultry, charcuterie, fish, and seafood. Its generous yet refined profile also complements cold buffets and premium charcuterie selections\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\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 around 8–10 °C (38–40 °F). Use tulip or sparkling wine glasses to accentuate its fine mousse, aromatic complexity, and layered mouthfeel\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\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\"\u003eThis NV cuvée is ready for immediate enjoyment but benefits from storage—its structure and depth suggest it can develop gracefully for several years in the cellar\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\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\"\u003e65–70% Pinot Noir, 28–30% Chardonnay, 2–5% Pinot Meunier\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\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 12.0% alcohol\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\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\"\u003e93 – Wine Spectator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e92 – Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e92 – The Wine Advocate (Robert Parker)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e92 – James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Club","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922277417174,"sku":null,"price":829.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/PhilipponnatRoyaleReserveBrutNV.png?v=1773668156","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/philipponnat-royale-reserve-brut-nv-magnum-1-5l","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}