Egly-Ouriet, Coteaux Champenois Cuvée des Grands Côtés Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru Ambonnay Rouge 2019

Egly-Ouriet’s Coteaux Champenois Cuvée des Grands Côtés Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru Ambonnay Rouge 2019 is a rare still red wine from the heart of Champagne, offering a side of the region few get to experience. Made from old-vine Pinot Noir in Grand Cru Ambonnay, it combines depth, finesse, and a strong sense of place, reflecting both the vineyard’s chalky terroir and the domaine’s meticulous craftsmanship.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it shows a deep ruby-red color with impressive brightness. The nose is layered and refined, opening with ripe cherries, wild berries, and violets, followed by a subtle mineral edge and delicate oak spice. On the palate, the wine is medium- to full-bodied with concentrated red fruit, elegant structure, and finely woven tannins. Notes of spice and a touch of vanilla from oak aging add complexity without overpowering the fruit, while the finish is long, silky, and beautifully balanced. It has excellent aging potential and should continue to gain nuance over the coming years.

Production
This wine comes from Grand Cru vineyards in Ambonnay, one of Champagne’s most respected terroirs, where old Pinot Noir vines are rooted in chalk-rich soils that help shape the wine’s precision and mineral character. The grapes are grown according to sustainable principles and harvested by hand at optimal ripeness. Vinification is carried out with great care to preserve the purity of the fruit and the individuality of the site. The wine is aged gently in oak barrels, which lends subtle spice and texture while allowing the character of the terroir to remain at the forefront.

Food & Serving
This is an elegant and versatile red that works beautifully with roast duck, veal, game birds, mushroom dishes, and poultry with rich sauces. It also pairs well with soft-ripened cheeses or earthy vegetarian dishes. Serve slightly cool, around 14–16°C, and consider decanting for 30–60 minutes if opening young to allow the aromatics to fully unfold.

Producer
Champagne Egly-Ouriet is one of Champagne’s most acclaimed grower-producers, known for producing expressive wines with remarkable depth and site transparency. Based in Ambonnay, the domaine has built its reputation on low-intervention farming, precision in the cellar, and a deep respect for terroir. It is widely regarded as a benchmark producer in the region, particularly for Pinot Noir-driven wines of exceptional character.

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