2018 Champagne Palmer & Co Blanc de Blancs

The 2018 Champagne Palmer & Co Blanc de Blancs is a refined expression of Chardonnay from one of Champagne’s most respected cooperatives. Crafted exclusively from carefully selected crus, this cuvée captures the precision, chalky elegance, and luminous freshness that Blanc de Blancs lovers seek. The 2018 vintage, marked by generous ripeness and purity of fruit, brings both immediacy and fine aging potential to this wine.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this Champagne shows a pale, shimmering gold hue with delicate, persistent bubbles that form a fine mousse. The nose opens with vibrant aromas of citrus blossom, lemon zest, and green apple, unfolding into notes of white peach, pear, and hints of brioche and chalky minerality. On the palate, it is taut yet creamy, with a lively, linear acidity that carries flavors of Meyer lemon, crisp orchard fruits, and subtle stone fruit. Gentle pastry, toasted almond, and a saline, chalk-driven finish add complexity and length. The balance of fruit, freshness, and finesse suggests it is delicious now, but will gain further complexity and depth over the next 5–10 years with proper cellaring.

Production
This Blanc de Blancs is produced from 100% Chardonnay sourced from some of Champagne’s finest chalk-rich vineyards, primarily in the Côte des Blancs and select cool-climate crus. The deep limestone soils and cool northern climate lend the wine its tension, lift, and mineral edge. Grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness to preserve delicacy and aromatic purity. The must is gently pressed, and fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel to capture freshness and precision. After tirage, the wine undergoes extended aging on the lees in Palmer & Co’s historic chalk cellars, enhancing texture, complexity, and fine mousse before disgorgement and a carefully judged Brut dosage.

Food & Serving
This Champagne is a natural partner for refined, delicately flavored dishes: think oysters and other fresh shellfish, scallop crudo, sushi and sashimi, or lightly grilled white fish. It also shines with soft, creamy cheeses such as Brie or Brillat-Savarin, and can elevate a simple plate of fine charcuterie or a citrus-accented poultry dish. Serve well chilled at around 8–10°C. While decanting is not essential, pouring the first glass and giving the bottle a few minutes in the glass allows the aromas and texture to fully unfurl.

Producer
Founded in 1947, Palmer & Co is a grower-based Champagne house that has built a strong reputation for precision, consistency, and elegance. Working with a network of growers in Premier and Grand Cru villages, particularly around the Montagne de Reims and Côte des Blancs, the house focuses on expressing the nuances of its chalk-rich terroirs through meticulous vineyard selection and long cellar aging. Over the years, Palmer & Co has become known for its refined style, fine mousse, and impressive balance across the range, earning recognition from critics and sommeliers as a reliable source of high-quality, characterful Champagne.

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