Egly-Ouriet Blanc de Noirs "Les Crayères" Vieilles Vignes, Brut - NV

Name: Egly-Ouriet Blanc de Noirs "Les Crayères" Vieilles Vignes, Brut
Brand: Egly-Ouriet
SKU: 33525
Price: 484.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Item # 33525 750 mL

The star wine from Egly-Ouriet if we were forced to choose one. This comes from the single vineyard, Les Crayères, in Ambonnay from Pinot Noir vines planted in 1946. The old vines contribute to the density and you get a magical balance of lush berries and finesse. An incredibly satisfying, complex Champagne.

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Color

White

Vintage

Country

France

Region

Champagne

Sub-Region

Montagne de Reims

Producer

Egly-Ouriet

Grape Variety

Pinot Noir

Limited Production: Only 1 bottle(s) per customer

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About the Producer

Ambonnay, Champagne, France The Champagne house of Egly-Ouriet is home to Francis Egly, a conscientious and skilled vigneron, who runs the estate with his father Michel, who inherited the vineyards from his own father, Charles. The domaine comprises about eight hectares of vines, all of which are located in vineyards classified as Grand Cru, mostly in Ambonnay (where Michel and Francis own 7.2...

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