Champagne Malard – Blanc de Blancs
While most rums use the by-product molasses, Ron Zacapa accepts only the first press of sugar cane, the virgin sugar cane honey. While most rums use the by-product molasses, Ron Zacapa accepts only the first press of sugar cane, the virgin sugar cane honey.
Wine making process
Grapes : 100% of Chardonnay
Main villages : Cramant, Chouilly, Oger
Fermentation : Full malolactic
Aging : on lees, minimum 5 years in the cellar
Disgorgement : a few months before shipment
Dosage : 8g/L
Conservation tips
- At constent temperature (10/13°C)
- In horizontale position
- Sheltered from the light
- At constant humidity (60 to 75%)
To be tasted between 9°C and 12°C
Tasting
Structure
Freshness
Bitterness
Fruity
Softness
Salinity
Food and wine pairing
A great Chardonnay for the aperitif. As an accompaniment to oysters or a carpaccio of scallops.
91/100
“Maison Malard has created a fresh and mineral wine/ Its white apple flavors contrast with the acidity that will allow the wine to improve with time”
