After prolonged aging in the Champagnes Diebolt-Vallois vinothèque, a few bottles and magnums of this exceptional vintage are available. This is why it is called Dégorgement tardif / Late disgorgement / Second release. The disgorgement date is April 2022
The Champagne Diebolt-Vallois 2018 brilliantly illustrates the unparalleled winemaking expertise of this family-run house located in the prestigious Côte des blancs terroir. Only produced when years offer excellent climatic conditions, this 2018 vintage benefited from ideal weather, enabling the Chardonnay from which it is exclusively made to reach perfect ripeness.
As a result, this Blanc de blancs is the fruit of meticulous selection from the vines of Cuis, Épernay, Chouilly and the young vines of Cramant.
Vinification takes place in temperature-controlled vats to pRéserver the purity and finesse of the grape variety, while bringing out the delicate, mineral expression of the terroir.
To the eye, this cuvée has a bright, luminous color, punctuated by a fine, persistent effervescence. On the nose, it offers a rich, complex bouquet of ripe white fruit, fresh citrus and delicate floral notes, underpinned by the chalky minerality typical of Côte des blancs.
Elegant and harmonious on the palate, refreshing acidity balances ripe fruit and floral aromas. The whole evolves towards subtle notes of brioche and honey conferred by prolonged ageing on the lees. The fine dosage, between 3 and 5 g/L, accentuates the wine's purity and sophistication.
The Champagne Diebolt-Vallois 2018 is a fine expression of the exceptional 2018 vintage. It pairs perfectly with delicate dishes such as oysters, grilled shellfish or fish carpaccio, while also lending itself to tasting on its own, to appreciate all its aromatic complexity.
