Dhondt Grellet Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Le Bateau 2020

Dhondt-Grellet’s Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Le Bateau 2020 is a precise, terroir-driven Champagne that showcases Chardonnay from one of the region’s most celebrated crus. Elegant and deeply expressive, it combines Grand Cru pedigree with the fresh, linear style that has made Dhondt-Grellet a favorite among Champagne enthusiasts. As one of the house’s distinctive single-site cuvées, it reflects both the character of the vineyard and the modern pursuit of transparency in Champagne.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it is typically pale straw in color with fine, persistent mousse and a refined, luminous appearance. The nose leans toward citrus peel, white flowers, green apple, orchard fruit, and subtle brioche or almond notes, with a chalky, mineral undertone that gives the wine its sense of precision. On the palate, it is dry and focused, with brisk acidity, a creamy yet taut texture, and layers of lemon zest, pear, oyster shell, and saline minerality. The Extra Brut dosage keeps the finish clean and incisive, making this a Champagne that can be enjoyed now for its freshness but also has the structure to develop additional complexity over the next several years.

Production
Le Bateau 2020 comes from Grand Cru Chardonnay vineyards in Champagne, where chalk-rich soils and a cool continental climate help produce wines of tension, purity, and length. Grapes are harvested by hand, with careful selection to preserve the quality of the fruit, and vinification is carried out with an emphasis on expressing site character rather than heavy intervention. The wine is crafted in the Extra Brut style to highlight the natural energy and mineral profile of the vintage and terroir.

Food & Serving
This Champagne is an excellent match for oysters, sashimi, shellfish, sushi, caviar, and refined seafood dishes, as well as light poultry or goat cheese. Serve chilled at around 8–10°C. Decanting is not recommended; instead, let it open gradually in the glass to preserve its fine mousse and delicate aromatic detail.

Producer
Dhondt-Grellet is a small, highly regarded grower-producer based in the Champagne region, known for making terroir-focused wines with precision and finesse. The estate has gained strong recognition among Champagne lovers for its thoughtful vineyard work, restrained winemaking, and articulate single-vineyard cuvées. Its reputation continues to grow as one of the most exciting modern names in Champagne.

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