{"product_id":"delarocque-champagne-blanc-de-blancs-brut","title":"Delarocque Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelarocque Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut is all about purity and finesse, crafted exclusively from Chardonnay grapes grown in the famed Côte des Blancs. With a clear emphasis on Grand Cru vineyards—the source of some of Champagne’s most revered wines—this cuvée captures the region’s signature precision and chalky elegance. Produced in deliberately limited quantities, it showcases Delarocque’s commitment to meticulous quality over volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this Blanc de Blancs pours a pale, luminous straw color with fine, persistent bubbles forming a delicate mousse. The nose is refined and expressive, offering notes of lemon zest, green apple, white flowers and chalky minerality, layered with hints of fresh brioche and almond from time on the lees.\n\nOn the palate, it is dry, crisp and beautifully balanced, with a taut, linear structure typical of Côte des Blancs Chardonnay. Flavors of citrus, pear, and crunchy green apple intertwine with subtle pastry, hazelnut and a saline, mineral backbone that lingers on the finish. The dosage is kept in check, allowing the purity of the fruit and the terroir to shine. Enjoyable now for its vibrancy and tension, it also has the structure and acidity to evolve gracefully over the next 5–8 years, gaining more complexity and creaminess with bottle age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced predominantly from Chardonnay vineyards in the Côte des Blancs, with a strong proportion from prestigious Grand Cru sites, this Champagne draws its character from chalk-rich soils that promote excellent drainage and give the wine its trademark minerality and finesse. Grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness to ensure careful selection and protect the delicate berries. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled vessels to preserve freshness and aromatic clarity, followed by extended aging on the lees to build texture and complexity. The final cuvée is created through a carefully managed blending process using reserve wines, resulting in a non-vintage Champagne that maintains a consistent house style while reflecting the character of its noble terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Blanc de Blancs Brut is a natural partner for refined, delicate dishes: think oysters, scallops, sashimi, caviar, fresh goat cheese, or lightly dressed seafood tartare. It also pairs beautifully with sushi, tempura, and elegant poultry dishes with citrus or cream-based sauces. Serve well-chilled at around 8–10°C (46–50°F) to highlight its freshness and fine bubbles. A brief 10–15 minutes in the glass or a quick, gentle aeration in a small decanter can help the aromas open up, especially if served with more complex dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDelarocque is a Champagne producer with a clear focus on Chardonnay-driven wines that express the purity and tension of the Côte des Blancs. By prioritizing fruit from highly regarded, often Grand Cru-classified vineyards, the house emphasizes terroir and precision over large-scale production. The decision to bottle this Blanc de Blancs in limited quantities reflects a philosophy centered on careful selection, rigorous blending and long lees aging, all aimed at achieving a consistently high quality. Within its region, Delarocque is appreciated for crafting elegant, finely tuned Champagnes that highlight the classic mineral-driven style of Chardonnay from Champagne’s most celebrated chalk slopes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Delarocque","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255163081041,"sku":"XW-25095","price":56.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/delarocque-champagne-blanc-de-blancs-brut_25095_1.jpg?v=1783456856","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/delarocque-champagne-blanc-de-blancs-brut","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}