Description
History
Family-owned since 1849, Pol Roger epitomizes classic Champagne. The Brut Réserve is crafted by fermenting each variety and parcel separately, blending in reserve wine, completing malolactic fermentation, and aging on lees for a minimum of 48 months.
Grape varieties
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier (roughly one-third each)
Vinification
Separate stainless-steel fermentation at low temperatures, malolactic fermentation, blending, and bottle fermentation followed by ~48 months lees aging. No oak .
Alcohol content
12.5%
Tasting notes
Pale straw with persistent fine bubbles. On the nose: pear, Honeycrisp apple, peach, mango, honeysuckle, vanilla, and brioche. Palate: creamy and plush, with flavors of baked apple, apricot jam, acacia honey, candied orange peel, cardamom and licorice, wrapped in minerality and refreshing tension.
Food pairings
Ideal as an aperitif, and pairs beautifully with sushi, oysters, shellfish, and throughout a meal. Also superb with fresh cheeses and light charcuterie
