Ruinart Blanc de Blancs
HK$ 1,024.23
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The first scents of Ruinart’s NV Blanc de Blancs are floral in character, accompanied by aromas of lemon oil, spices and citrus blossoms. It’s medium-bodied and perfectly balanced on the palate, with a round, seamless texture that segues into a mouthwatering, ethereal finish. It should age well for five to eight years.
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Alcohol
12.5%
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Serving
Between 8ºC and 10ºC
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Description
To speak of Maison Ruinart is to go back to the very origins of Champagne. Founded in 1729, the house has made Chardonnay its hallmark, defending a style based on purity, luminosity and elegance without artifice. Ruinart Blanc de Blancs represents the ultimate expression of that philosophy: a crystalline and refined interpretation of the variety, made exclusively from Chardonnay sourced from 25 to 30 crus in the Champagne region. Between 20 and 30% of the blend is made up of reserve wines from different vintages, providing depth, balance and stylistic continuity. The chalky chalk soils and cool climate of northern France give the wine that mineral tension and vibrant freshness so characteristic of great Champagnes Blanc de Blancs.
Winemaking
At Ruinart Blanc de Blancs, the grapes are harvested by hand to preserve the integrity of the fruit. After gentle pressing, alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, seeking maximum aromatic precision and varietal purity. Full malolactic fermentation is carried out, refining the natural acidity and providing a rounder texture without losing nerve. The blend combines base wines from different crus with a significant percentage of reserve wines. The wine then ages for 2 to 3 years in the historic chalk cellars on its lees, developing finesse, complexity and an extraordinarily delicate bubble. The dosage is moderate, 7 g/L, which keeps the profile dry and perfectly balanced.
Taste
In the glass Ruinart Blanc de Blancs shows a pale golden colour with greenish reflections and a very fine, constant and elegant bubble. The nose is pure and expressive: white flowers, fresh citrus fruits - lemon and grapefruit - and notes of crisp green apple. There are also hints of pear and a subtle nuance of fresh almond, all enveloped in a clearly chalky background reminiscent of wet chalk.
The palate is precise, vibrant and sophisticated. The entry combines creaminess and tension; the acidity is straight and clean, driving the wine with energy. Citrus fruits expand with delicate brioche notes and a saline finish that prolongs the mineral sensation. Dry, refined and luminous, Ruinart Blanc de Blancs is a benchmark of Chardonnay Champagne, ideal for seafood, oysters and delicate cuisine.
Shipping to Hong Kong
Estimated transit time: 3 working days.
| Bottles | Price | Complete box |
|---|---|---|
| 1-5 bottles | HK$ 137.39 | 6 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 7-11 bottles | HK$ 137.39 | 12 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 13-17 bottles | HK$ 137.39 | 18 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 19-23 bottles | HK$ 137.39 | 24 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 25-29 bottles | HK$ 137.39 | 30 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 31-35 bottles | HK$ 137.39 | 36 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 37-41 bottles | HK$ 137.39 | 42 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 43-47 bottles | HK$ 137.39 | 48 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 49-53 bottles | HK$ 137.39 | 54 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 55-59 bottles | HK$ 137.39 | 60 bottles, Free shipping! |
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