Joseph Perrier La Cote a Bras Blanc de Noirs 2015

Accolades:
94/100 – James Suckling
92+/100 – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate (2014 vintage)

“Very restrained nose with green-orange, lemon-peel and subtle dough aromas. Appley flavor and well-integrated, zesty acidity. Chewy, medium-bodied palate and a long, elegant finish. 100% pinot noir. Disgorged in 2024. Dosage 0g/L. Drink or hold.” – James Suckling

Tasting Note: This vintage draws its essence from the conjuncture of exceptional meteorological events. The year was cool and rainy, giving our historical plot “La Côte à Bras” beautiful and juicy grapes. An old gold aspect. A bouquet of fragrant dried flowers first of all, followed by the fruity aromas of peaches and ripe fruit jams. Aeration reveals gourmet hints of pomegranate and stewed strawberries. The flavour is more discrete, yet chiselled and forthright. The orange zest and grapefruit create a good body, adequate bitterness and a slightly salty finish. Ideal for aperitifs, the cuvée’s great character also pairs perfectly with seafood dishes such as scampi and green mango ceviche.

Winemaking Notes: 100% Pinot Noir, 0g/L dosage. From a historic planting in the Cumières 1er Cru classified village, vines dating to 1982 on calcium-rich soils. Brut Nature.

Alcohol: 12.0%

Variety: Champagne

Region: Champagne, France