Sparkling Wines Champagne Delamotte - Brut

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Delamotte Brut NV is a sparkling white wine hailing from the prestigious Champagne region in France. As a non-vintage cuvée, it is blended from several recent years to achieve the house’s consistent style. Crafted primarily from Chardonnay, with complementary measures of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, this wine embodies Delamotte’s hallmark finesse and precision. The grapes are carefully sourced from renowned vineyards within the Champagne AOC, benefiting from chalky soils and a cool northern climate. Gentle pressing and a slow, traditional fermentation (including malolactic conversion) preserve the wine's delicate fruit and refined structure. Secondary fermentation takes place in bottle, producing the fine, persistent bubbles characteristic of quality Champagne, followed by extended ageing on the lees to build complexity.

The Champagne region is located in northeastern France and enjoys an enviable viticultural heritage. This area is marked by its cool continental climate, which helps retain the vibrant acidity essential to top-quality sparkling wines, and its unique subsoil of chalk and limestone, imparting a distinct minerality. The combination of marginal climate and world-class terroir demands timely harvests and meticulous vineyard work but rewards with wines of unmatched elegance. Delamotte, established in 1760, is one of the oldest Champagne houses and is based in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, part of the Côte des Blancs, an area revered for its exceptional Chardonnay.

With its subtle citrus, green apple, and toasted brioche notes, Delamotte Brut NV is a versatile companion at the table. Enjoy it as an aperitif, or pair it with oysters, sushi, or delicate seafood such as scallops and turbot. For a regional touch, consider serving with gougères or a tartare de dorade. Its brightness also complements soft cheeses and simple poultry dishes.

For optimal enjoyment, serve this Champagne well-chilled, ideally between 6-8°C. Use fine, tulip-shaped glasses to appreciate its bouquet and effervescence. This is a Champagne to savour in its youth for its freshness, though a little cellar time can further round out its texture and aromatic detail.