2012 Joyau Blanc Boizel Champagne 0.75l

2012 Joyau Blanc Extra Brut – Champagne Boizel – Champagne

Lagenwein

Origin

The Prestigecuvée “Joyau Blanc” comes from the traditional house Boizel (founded in 1834 in Épernay). Are used exclusively Grands and Premiers Crus from Champagne are used: Pinot Noir (Mailly, Cumières, Chigny-les-Roses) and Chardonnay (Avize, Chouilly, Vertus). The basis is the first pressing, which stands for the highest quality.

Ausbau

Some of the base wines (approx. 10%) are aged in old wooden barrelsto create additional complexity. This is followed by 10 years of yeast storage in the chalk cellars of Boizel. Disgorged as Extra Brut (4 g/l dosage), the wine combines depth, precision and aging potential.

Aroma and taste

In the glass deep gold with fine, persistent perlage. On the nose white flowers, citrus, roasted almonds and patisserie. On the palate silky, precise and fresh, with citric tension, creamy texture and great aromatic depth. The finale is long, mineral and elegant.

Food recommendations

Ideal with Sea bass, chicken with chanterelles or suckling pig. Also perfect with caviar or as a soloist for festive occasions.

Special features of the vintage in the growing region

The vintage 2012 is considered one of the great Champagne vintages, with low yields, high concentration and perfect balance. Ideal for long-lasting prestige champagne.

Conclusion

The 2012 Joyau Blanc Extra Brut is a great vintage champagne of elegance and depth. A collector's item with enormous maturity potential and iconic character.