Champagne Egly-Ouriet - Champagne - Les Prémices - Brut - White

Wine:

The Brut Les Prémices Champagne is pure delight—an approachable cuvée crafted entirely without oak. Sourced from vines in the Saint-Thierry Massif, specifically the village of Trigny, it embodies the house style, marked by precise blending and extended aging. The nose is exceptionally clean and delicate, with enticing notes of marzipan and almond syrup. On the palate, it’s vibrant and refreshing, unfolding with a balanced, mouthwatering texture. An outstanding choice for an aperitif.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, vinification with indigenous yeasts, no insecticides, use of only organic amendments, base harvest 2020 (50%), 2019 (30%), 2018 (20%), 38 months in the cellar (on laths). Wine not filtered.

Dosage : 1 gr/l.

Color:

Bright gold, beautiful intensity and abundant and swirling bubbles.

Nose:

Very pure with notes of marzipan, almonds and orgeat.

Palate:

Bright and lively, with a well-balanced, mouthwatering structure. An outstanding Champagne, perfect for an aperitif.

Temperature:

Serve between 8 and 10°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Aperitif, toast with cream and salmon eggs, oysters, sea bream tartar with lime, country bread and pata negra or Iberian ham

Cellar aging:

From now until 2027

Egly-Ouriet epitomizes Champagne excellence, earning the highest accolade with a 4-star rating from the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France. With nearly 17 hectares, including ten Grand Cru vineyards in Ambonnay, Bouzy, and Verzenay, and two Premier Cru sites in Vrigny, Francis Egly has established an exceptional legacy, now continued by his son Charles and daughter Clémence. The unique balance and finesse of these wines set a classic standard that few can match.

From the very first cuvée, Egly-Ouriet’s style stands out, blending depth and precision and showcasing Pinot Noir with remarkable expertise. These are full-bodied Champagnes, crafted from exceptionally old vines, vinified in barrels, and aged patiently to reach their ideal expression. Each wine consistently offers purity, elegance, and complexity—a true reflection of its distinguished terroir.