Dhondt Grellet Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Le Bateau 2016

Dhondt-Grellet’s Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Le Bateau 2016 is a finely sculpted Chardonnay Champagne that highlights precision, minerality, and poise. Sourced from prestigious Grand Cru vineyards, it reflects both the elegance of blanc de blancs and the distinctive character of a standout vintage.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it shows a pale straw color with a bright, persistent mousse. The nose is refined and layered, opening with citrus blossom, lemon zest, green apple, and white flowers, then unfolding into chalky minerals, toasted almond, and subtle brioche notes. On the palate, it is taut and energetic, with pinpoint acidity, a creamy texture, and a long, saline finish that gives the wine real definition. As an Extra Brut, Le Bateau 2016 feels especially focused and transparent, allowing its Grand Cru origins to come through clearly. While already expressive, it has the structure and freshness to age gracefully for several more years, developing greater complexity and depth over time.

Production
Le Bateau 2016 is made from Chardonnay grown in Grand Cru Champagne vineyards, where chalk-rich soils help preserve freshness and lend the wine its signature mineral drive. The vintage was harvested by hand, as is standard for top Champagne production, with careful selection to ensure only healthy, ripe fruit was used. Vinification is carried out with a view to purity and precision, resulting in a Champagne that balances finesse, texture, and a restrained Extra Brut dosage.

Food & Serving
This Champagne pairs beautifully with oysters, sashimi, caviar, grilled scallops, and delicate seafood dishes, as well as aged hard cheeses like Comté or Parmesan. Serve well chilled, ideally around 8–10°C, and consider a short decant only if it has developed significant bottle age, though it is generally best enjoyed straight from the bottle to preserve its fine mousse and freshness.

Producer
Dhondt-Grellet is a respected grower Champagne house based in the Côte des Blancs, known for producing terroir-driven wines with clarity and elegance. The domaine has built a strong reputation among Champagne enthusiasts for its precise, characterful blanc de blancs and its commitment to expressing site and vintage with minimal intervention. Its wines are highly regarded for combining tension, depth, and a distinctly artisanal style.

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