Champagne Emmanuel Rigollot - Terroir of Old Vines Vintage 2003

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Champagne Emmanuel Rigollot - Terroir of Old Vines Vintage 2003

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A very old vintage, this Extra-Brut (4 g/L) champagne is exceedingly rare, marked by the intensity of its aromas.

A must-have and a cuvée destined for your greatest moments, whether in tasting or for your most exquisite food and wine pairings.

A harvest under scorching conditions and a vintage brimming with sunshine.

It goes without saying that this vintage is a sun-drenched champagne. The year 2003 brought together all the qualities necessary for crafting a champagne meant for long-term aging.

After maturing for over 15 years in the cellar, Emmanuel Rigollot offers his unique interpretation of this vintage. The outcome is a cuvée with extraordinary aromatic richness. It unveils flavors of roasted notes and caramelized mirabelle plums, while maintaining a fresh and creamy finish that evolves into subtle woody accents.

A vintage for connoisseurs.

Aspect: An intense and brilliant gold color. Fine bubbles and a persistent creamy bead.

Nose: An expressive and open first nose, where delicious notes of dried fruits and honey mix.

Palate: A beautiful richness which is expressed through notes of roasting and caramelized mirabelle plums. The finish is creamy, woody and has exceptional length in the mouth.

Contains sulfites

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Champagne Rigollot

Hidden on the borders of wild Champagne, Maison Rigollot is a well-kept secret among enthusiasts.

In this Côte des Bar with Chablisian aspects, Emmanuel Rigollot produces wines in the pure Champagne tradition. The lightness and freshness that have made the reputation of champagne are expressed with an expert hand and supported by unusually long aging.

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