{"product_id":"egly-ouriet-champagne-1er-cru-les-vignes-de-bisseuil-brut-r19","title":"Egly-Ouriet Champagne 1er Cru \"Les Vignes de Bisseuil\" Brut (R19)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe NV (2019) Les Vignes de Bisseuil is superb. Baked apple tart, white flower, tangerine oil, slate and sage all race across the palate. Deceptive at first in its light-bodied, airy feel, the 2019 opens beautifully in the glass, revealing myriad shades of nuance and tons of finesse to match. I love this for its dimension, breadth and complexity. Dosage is 1 gram per liter. Disgorged: July 2024. \u003cstrong\u003eVinous 94\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Egly-Ouriet is universally regarded as one of Champagne's benchmark grower-producers. Based in the Grand Cru village of \u003cstrong\u003eAmbonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e, Francis Egly has spent more than four decades transforming his family's estate into one of the region's most respected domaines. Farming approximately \u003cstrong\u003e17 hectares\u003c\/strong\u003e, primarily in Ambonnay, Bouzy, Verzenay, Vrigny, and Bisseuil, the estate is built upon old vines, exceptionally low yields, sustainable farming, and harvesting at full physiological ripeness. Every wine is fermented in oak barrels, aged extensively on its lees, and bottled with minimal dosage. In recent years, Francis Egly has subtly refined his style by reducing oak influence while preserving the estate's signature concentration, allowing each vineyard to express itself with even greater clarity. Today, Egly-Ouriet remains one of Champagne's most sought-after growers, producing wines of remarkable depth, precision, and longevity. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLes Vignes de Bisseuil\u003c\/em\u003e is sourced entirely from a \u003cstrong\u003ePremier Cru\u003c\/strong\u003e vineyard in the village of \u003cstrong\u003eBisseuil\u003c\/strong\u003e, situated at the eastern edge of the Vallée de la Marne near the Montagne de Reims. Unlike Egly's Pinot Noir-dominated Ambonnay wines, this cuvée is \u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay-led\u003c\/strong\u003e, typically consisting of \u003cstrong\u003e70% Chardonnay, 15% Pinot Noir, and 15% Pinot Meunier\u003c\/strong\u003e. The south-facing vineyard sits on classic chalk soils that impart remarkable tension, freshness, and minerality. Chardonnay provides the wine's linear backbone and citrus-driven precision, while the small additions of Pinot Noir and Meunier contribute texture, aromatic complexity, and subtle breadth without overwhelming the site's elegant character. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e As with every Egly-Ouriet Champagne, each parcel is fermented separately using \u003cstrong\u003eindigenous yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e in traditional French oak barrels. The wine undergoes full malolactic fermentation and remains on its lees for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e53 months\u003c\/strong\u003e before disgorgement, developing exceptional texture and complexity while retaining remarkable freshness. Finished as an \u003cstrong\u003eExtra Brut\u003c\/strong\u003e with approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 g\/L dosage\u003c\/strong\u003e depending on the disgorgement, \u003cem\u003eLes Vignes de Bisseuil\u003c\/em\u003e represents one of the most elegant wines in the Egly portfolio. Rather than emphasizing the power often associated with the house, this cuvée showcases precision, chalky minerality, and vibrant energy while maintaining the depth and vinous character that define Egly-Ouriet's style. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champagne Premier Cru AOC; Non-Vintage Extra Brut; approximately \u003cstrong\u003e70% Chardonnay, 15% Pinot Noir, 15% Pinot Meunier\u003c\/strong\u003e; Premier Cru vineyard in \u003cstrong\u003eBisseuil\u003c\/strong\u003e; south-facing chalk soils; indigenous yeast fermentation; barrel fermented and aged; full malolactic fermentation; approximately \u003cstrong\u003e53 months sur lie\u003c\/strong\u003e; \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 g\/L dosage\u003c\/strong\u003e depending on release; approximately \u003cstrong\u003e12.5% alcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oysters, lobster, Dover sole, turbot, scallops, roast chicken, veal, fresh goat cheese, aged Comté, and delicate shellfish dishes all pair beautifully with \u003cem\u003eLes Vignes de Bisseuil\u003c\/em\u003e. Aromas of citrus peel, crisp pear, white flowers, brioche, mint, white pepper, and crushed chalk lead into a palate that is simultaneously creamy and laser-focused. The Chardonnay-driven blend gives the wine exceptional finesse and mineral precision, while the extended lees aging adds depth and complexity, making it equally compelling as an aperitif or alongside refined seafood and poultry dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vins Rare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50682983252207,"sku":"102601","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/7140\/9135\/files\/Egly-OurietChampagne1erCru_LesVignesdeBisseuil_BrutNV.png?v=1774718461","url":"https:\/\/vinsrare.com\/products\/egly-ouriet-champagne-1er-cru-les-vignes-de-bisseuil-brut-r19","provider":"Vins Rare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}