This cuvée highlights the elegant alliance between Chardonnay Grand Cru from Côte des blancs, providing tension and purity, and Pinot Noir, part of which is vinified in red to give structure, depth and fruity sparkle to the whole. Aging is divided between vats, 20% oak foudres, and a small proportion aged in magnums under cork, favoring discreet complexity and added finesse. The average ageing time of around 60 months on lees contributes to the silky texture and aromatic fullness of this cuvée.
On tasting, La robe seduces with its pale ruby hue and powdery tints, criss-crossed by a fine, persistent effervescence forming a delicate cordon. The nose opens with a refined floral expression, reminiscent of cherry blossom in spring, before giving way to generous aromas dominated by wild strawberry and fresh raspberry. On the palate, the attack is lively, almost tonic, with accents of redcurrant and raspberry sorbet. The texture is enlivened by a delicate mousse that supports a mid-palate perfectly balanced between freshness and indulgence, recalling the crunch of red berries mixed with the sweetness of subtle whipped cream. The finish, taut and saline, continues on beautiful citrus bitters, notably blood orange and tangerine peel, bringing relief and palatability. The result is a Champagne Rosé of great precision, both refined and expressive, designed for gastronomy as well as pure tasting.
As an accompaniment, this Champagne is ideal for dishes as diverse as a fine tomato confit tart, lightly smoked salmon rillettes, duck breast with roasted figs or beef carpaccio sprinkled with capers and Parmesan. On the sweet side, it finds a subtle echo in blueberry tart or rose macaroon with raspberry coulis.
