Cool New Champagnes And Sparkling Wines For Summer
It is an ideal time to be drinking Champagne and sparkling wines—not only because hot summer days are best quenched with millions of pearly bubbles but also because some of the world's best producers are debuting exciting and cool new expressions. Laurent-Perrier made a splash this summer with the arrival of a Champagne composed entirely of reserve wines. In California, winemaker Andrew Books launched a sparkling wine that has been ten years in the making and Piper Heidsieck just launched a new brut rose. Adventures in bubbly start now with this list of the coolest new Champagnes and sparkling wines:
Laurent-Perrier Héritage: A marvelous new expression from the family-run house of Laurent-Perrier—in many ways the Hermès of Champagne. One of the few houses that is independent and family-owned, they prize legacy, tradition and history as well as dedication to craft. They rush nothing and are devoted to precision. This new expression (which is a BIG deal, as they've debuted only eight wines in 86 years of production) is a unique blend composed entirely of reserve wines. They blended over 40 different crus (50% of which are Grand Cru) aged the wine for four years and added minimal dosage. The palate dances with lively notes of lemon cream and peach; the texture is silky and rich and the finish brings lovely notes of buttered biscuit. Just a gorgeous Champagne, and brand new to the market this summer. $124.99
Chandon Reserve Blanc de Blancs: (on shelves in August) The new Reserve Blanc de Blancs is a bit of a departure for Chandon's winemaker Pauline Lhote. It has more oak aging and a yeastier, more 'reserve' flavor profile that calls to mind Lhote's favorite Blanc de Blancs from Champagne. It was aged 52 months, Fuji pear, apple, citrus, brioche, almond, and honey. Made from 100% Chardonnay, with partial fermentation in French oak barrels for added layers of richness and complexity, the wine was aged for 52 months. Ripe apple and pear notes layered with lemon, cream and buttery croissant character show on the palate. Complex and alive, a truly rich expression of Carneros terroir and climate. $40
Kernel Sparkling Pinot Blanc, Los Carneros: This 100% pinot blanc sparkling wine is another premium expression from Los Carneros. Winemaker Andrew Brooks opted to sparkle pinot blanc (as opposed to the classic varietals chardonnay and pinot noir) and the result is layered deliciousness. It's juicy and mouthwatering but also possesses a complex richly textured mousse rife with notes of ripe apple, citrus zest, and a buttery-nutty top note. $40
Piper-Heidsieck Brut Rosé: Piper-Heidsieck just debuted a vibrant new cuvée to its portfolio: Brut Rosé. Crafted by Chief Winemaker Emilien Boutillat upon his arrival at the House, the new rosé is a precise blend of pinot noir, chardonnay and meunier. The palate dances with vibrant strawberry-raspberry notes and gets a zesty finish from citrus notes. Elegant, fresh and juicy it's a stunning new rose from a venerated Champagne producer. $74
Moët & Chandon Collection Impériale, Création N°2 : The much-awaited second iteration of Chef de Cave Benoît Gouez's compelling blend of specific vintages aged in various formats is not yet out, but expect to see it later this year. Each expression reveals something new, and this one promises to be as exceptional as the first debut— Moët & Chandon Collection Impériale Création N ° 1 : A connoisseurs Champagne by all means with its precise focused palate of pear and smoky citrus amplified by a marvelous freshness and no dosage. Stay tuned for price and availability.
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