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94
/ 100
Bob Campbell MW -
94
/ 100
Cameron Douglas MS
Sparkling
Classification
Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
Variety
NV
Vintage
1.5L (Magnum)
Bottle Size
France
Country
Champagne,
Region
12.5%
Alcohol %
Ready, but will Keep
Cellaring
Scores
94 / 100"Chardonnay (75%) and pinot noir (25%) blend with 30% reserve wines. Light, almost ethereal wine with delicacy and charm. Subtle yeast autolysis characters and a silken texture. A delicately refreshing wine."
- Bob Campbell MW
94 / 100
"Autolysis scents of fresh brioche and chalky soils touch the nose first and are quickly followed by those of strawberry, apple and touch of white peach. Fresh, crisp and dry on the palate with a vibrant textured mousse carrying flavours of white fleshed fruits, lemon and mineral. The autolysis layers in complexity and breadth with some baked goods and a touch of ginger spice. Delicious, fresh and ready to enjoy from day of purchase through 2028."
- Cameron Douglas MS
Tasting Notes
Jean-Manuel Jacquinot obtained a degree in Oenology at the esteemed University of Reims. After this he became trainee oenologist at the world famous house of Veuve Clicquot. Today, Jean-Manuel has over 20 years of experience in making Champagne, is a Member of the French Oenologist Association, and is a qualified taster at the Comité Interprofessionnel des Vins de Champagne (CIVC).
But Jean-Manuel is not a man to just rest on his laurels; he consulted to several fledgling English vineyards including Nyetimber and Ridgeview, winning several gold medals, as well as the trophy for the Best Sparkling wine in the International Wines and Spirits Competition- trumping many of the biggest names in France. He also consulted in Canada, winning gold for the best sparkling wine for Niagara Falls Wines. Safe to say Jean-Manuel knows how to make world-class sparkling wines!
His 'Private Cuvee' is an amazing NV house Champagne - trumping all supermarket brands. Produced using Grand Cru fruit, the Champagnes of Jean-Manuel Jacquinot have been favourites of the United Cellars portfolio for years with customers & staff always eagerly awaiting the next shipment.
The hue is golden and the tiny bubbles form a persistent and delicate mousse. The Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in this vintage are expressed in a fresh and fruity bouquet. Its roundness and freshness are perfectly balanced making way for a long and acidulous finish. Pure class!
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity