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For 5 centuries now, the Philipponnat family has been making its mark on the land of Champagne. The House Philipponnat was founded in 1522 on the lands of Aÿ, where all generations have succeeded one another. Possessing a unique historical and viticultural heritage, it reigns today over a vineyard of 20 hectares classified as Premier Cru and Grand Cru in Aÿ, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ and Avenay.
The House Philipponnat produces exceptional vintages that express the richness of their terroir, shining with elegance and purity.
April de Philipponnat was a soldier in the army of François I, and was granted lands in Aÿ by the king as a reward for his exploits at the Battle of Marignan in 1515. The Philipponnats will thus devote themselves over the generations to the elaboration of Champagnes wines, and acquire at the beginning of the XXth century cellars dug in the XVIIIth century in Château of Mareuil, a village classified in Premier Cru. These cellars are still today an exceptional heritage.
In 1997, the House Philipponnat will be acquired by the group of Champagnes Lanson-BCC, but retains its family heritage. Charles Philipponnat is now its general manager.
House Philipponnat operates a 20-hectare vineyard classified as Premier Cru and Grand Cru in Aÿ, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ and Avenay. The vines are worked with the greatest respect for the soil and the environment, in particular by the use of draught horses for the ploughing. The House Philipponnat... See more ...
The Blanc de blancs Extra-Brut 2018 from Philipponnat is an exceptional Champagne, made exclusively from Chardonnay from the best chalk terroirs of the Champagne. This wine is a Rareté in the house's range, generally dominated by Pinot Noir.
2018 was a particularly dry year, enabling high-quality harvests with high yields, favoring optimal ripening of the grapes.
Traditional vinification and six years' aging on lees reveal the wine's complexity, while preserving its purity and balance. A dosage of Extra-Brut (4.25 g/l) maintains freshness and vinosity without masking the wine's character.
On tasting, La robe is a very pale gold, with a string of fine bubbles. The nose is delicate, blending notes of citrus peel and elderflower, evolving towards pastry and fresh almond aromas.
On the palate, the wine is fresh and creamy, with citrus and citron flavors, followed by light touches of licorice. The finish is persistent, with a hint of iodine and good length.
This Blanc de blancs is ideal as an aperitif or to accompany dishes such as fish or shellfish, especially lobster or shrimp, whether poached or in sauce with beurre blanc. It can be kept for five years and will gain in complexity with age.
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