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About This Champagne
Delamotte Brut is the non-vintage blend from Salon's sister house in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. It is Chardonnay-led, fresh and precise, and ages longer on its lees than most non-vintage Champagne.
The blend is about 60% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir and 5% Meunier. The Chardonnay comes mostly from Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Avize and Oger.
Tasting Profile
- Nose: Lemon, white flowers, ripe pear and a light chalky note.
- Palate: Clean and generous, with a creamy mousse, citrus and orchard fruit, and a little Pinot Noir depth.
- Finish: Fresh and fruity, with good length and a dry end.
Serving & Food
Chill to about 8°C and serve in a tulip glass. Oysters, prawn tempura and har gow all suit its crisp Chardonnay line.
Good to Know
What's the blend? About 60% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir and 5% Meunier.
How long on lees? About 36 months, more than double the legal minimum.
Product Details
| Producer | Champagne Delamotte |
| Country | France |
| Grape | Chardonnay 60%; Pinot Noir 35%; Pinot Meunier 5% |
| Size | 750mL |
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About the Maison
Delamotte has made Champagne since 1760, when François Delamotte founded it in Reims. In 1988 it came under the Laurent-Perrier group, alongside its sister house Salon.