One of the great grower-estates in Champagne, Vilmart et Cie traces its history back to 1890 and is now in the hands of Laurent Champs, the fifth generation of the family. Grapes come from premier cru vineyards, from a single vintage (2017) with 42 months aging.
Cépage 80% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Noir
Village/vyd Rilly-la-Montagne 1er Cru; Blanches Voies,
55-year-old vines sélection massale — Limestone
Malo No
Elevage 10 Months in barrique
Sur latte 42 Months
Dégorgement November 2019 (7)
Dessert (fruit), East Asian (Chinese/Japanese/Korean), Fish (white), Hors d'oeuvres, Just for Cocktailing, Perfect Aperitif , Shellfish, Sushi