Champagne De Venoge Princes Blanc de Noirs Brut

Champagne De Venoge Winery

Champagne De Venoge, founded in 1837, is one of the historic houses of Champagne. The house is known for its classic style, long maturation, and clear focus on terroir expression. Its cuvées combine structure and elegance, with special attention to detail in blending and maturation. The Princes line is one of the most recognizable and prestigious within the range.

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Region, climate and location

This Champagne comes from the Champagne region, with grapes from two distinct areas. The majority comes from Verzenay in the Montagne de Reims, known for its powerful Pinot Noir with structure and freshness. A smaller portion comes from Les Riceys in the Aube, where Pinot Noir is riper and rounder in style. This combination creates a balance between power and finesse.

Vineyards

The grapes come from select plots with a high proportion of old vines. Verzenay provides tension, minerality, and structure, while Les Riceys contributes ripe fruit and texture. The vineyards are carefully managed to ensure optimal ripeness and purity.

Grape varieties and composition

This Blanc de Noirs is made from 100 percent Pinot Noir. The blend consists of 80 percent Verzenay grapes and 20 percent Les Riceys grapes. The base wine is the 2016 vintage, supplemented by approximately 20 percent reserve wines from 2015.

Harvest, vinification and maturation

The grapes are harvested by hand and gently pressed to preserve finesse and purity. The wine is aged extensively on the lees, which contributes to its complexity and texture. The Champagne was disgorged in 2021 and has a dosage of 6 grams per liter, ensuring a balance between freshness and roundness.

Color, smell and taste

In the glass, the wine displays a bright golden yellow color with a fine, creamy mousse. The nose is expressive and layered, with aromas of apricot, pear, and biscuit, complemented by notes of hazelnut and a slight salty note. On the palate, the Champagne is medium-bodied, with a full, mouth-filling mousse. Ripe fruit and nutty notes are supported by crisp acidity, resulting in a combination of richness and elegance. The finish is clean, slightly savory, and lingering.

Development and drinking window

This Champagne is ready to drink now, but also has sufficient structure to develop further. The combination of aging, dosage, and Pinot Noir structure makes it suitable for both immediate drinking and for several years of aging.

Summary of professional reviews

The wine was awarded 94 points by an international wine critic. The review emphasized the combination of freshness and richness, as well as the creamy mousse and the balance between elegance and density. The clear Pinot Noir expression and savory nuance are considered strong characteristics of this cuvée.

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