Champagne Canard-Duchêne Cuvée “V” 2012, Blanc de Noirs
Description
The “V” Champagne, named in honor of Victor Canard, one of the House’s co-founders, is a distillation of Canard-Duchêne know-how, placing emphasis on the Pinot Noir and iconic wines of the Montagne de Reims region. The “V” collection showcases the unique expression of our finest vintages. Cuvée “V” 2012 is all about an exceptional harvest, as interpreted by Laurent Fédou, the Maison’s Cellar Master for over 20 years. The unusual combination of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier is enhanced by the Brut Nature dosage, preserving the excellence of the fruit. 94/100 Decanter
Tasting Notes
On the eye, a bewitching pale golden hue.
On the nose, initial notes are reminiscent of toasted brioche flavours, encouraging the appearance of ripe fruits such as Mirabelle plums. On final aeration, elegant raspberry aromas emerge.
On the palate, there is a balance between cedarwood notes and mineral notes, heightened by a hint of salinity, adding further body to this champagne. The intense freshness gives a light and lengthy finish, accompanied by a zesty grapefruit note.
"This Champagne is an outstanding wine, demonstrating the terroirs' excellence as it reveals its exceptional aromatic potential. A taste experience of a rare intensity, setting the seal on the greatness of this vintage."
