Brut "Hommage à Gaston Burtin" Maison Burtin Champagne 0.75l

Brut "Hommage à Gaston Burtin" Maison Burtin - Champagne
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Origin:

Maison Burtin in Épernay was founded in 1933 by Gaston Burtin , a passionate winemaker known for his precision and innovation. With the "Hommage à Gaston Burtin" cuvée, the house honors its founder and his signature style. The grapes come from around 50 villages in Champagne , and the diversity of terroirs shapes the complex character of this blend.

Expansion:

The cuvée consists of 53% Meunier, 26% Chardonnay, and 21% Pinot Noir . The base wines from the 2019 vintage are complemented by nearly 50% Solera reserve wines , which provide additional depth and persistence. After the second fermentation, the champagne matured on its lees for at least three years . This long aging process lends it elegance, harmony, and good aging potential. Coupled with a dosage of 8 g/l, the style is characterized as a classic Brut .

Aroma & Taste:

In the glass, it displays a brilliant yellow with a silver shimmer and a fine, persistent perlage. The nose reveals aromas of ripe stone fruit, peach, and apricot , along with delicate notes of brioche . On the palate, it is fruity and generous , with hints of honey and yellow stone fruit , rounded off by a creamy texture. Freshness and elegance balance the fullness and lead to a harmonious, long finish .

Food recommendation:

A versatile champagne that suits many occasions: as an aperitif , with oysters and seafood , with poultry with light sauces , or even with fine cheeses like Comté. Thanks to its fullness, it also harmonizes with fruity desserts or as a companion to festive occasions.

Special features of the 2019 vintage in Champagne:

2019 was a remarkable vintage, with weather-related challenges: a cool, frosty spring, followed by drought and three heat waves in the summer. Despite smaller yields, the grapes were harvested in exceptionally healthy conditions. They achieved a perfect balance of sugar ripeness, aromatic concentration, and fresh acidity . The result: a vintage with great potential and Champagnes of remarkable structure and elegance.

Conclusion:

The Brut "Hommage à Gaston Burtin" is a tribute to the founder and the legacy of the Burtin house. It combines the diversity of Champagne with the philosophy of balancing fruit, elegance, and generosity. With its long aging, high proportion of reserve wine, and refined style, it represents the classic tradition of Champagne and, at the same time, the consistency of a house that has stood for quality and authenticity for almost 100 years.