Egly-Ouriet Les Prémices - 75cl

The Les Prémices champagne from the Egly-Ouriet estate stands out with a less vinous style compared to the other wines of the house. With its very low dosage and lively character, this cuvée is perfect for exploring a champagne that combines accessibility with complexity.

Production of the Les Prémices Egly-Ouriet Champagne

The Les Prémices cuvée is a balanced blend of the three main Champagne grape varieties: 33% Chardonnay, 33% Pinot Meunier, and 33% Pinot Noir. The grapes are exclusively harvested in the Massif de Saint-Thierry, specifically in TrignyDescription of the Les Prémices Champagne by Egly-Ouriet

The Les Prémices Champagne from the Egly-Ouriet estate is characterized by a less vinous style compared to the other wines of the house. With its very low dosage and lively character, this cuvée is perfect for exploring a champagne that combines accessibility and complexity.

Production of the Les Prémices Egly-Ouriet Champagne

The Les Prémices cuvée is a harmonious blend of the three main Champagne grape varieties: 33% Chardonnay, 33% Pinot Meunier, and 33% Pinot Noir. The grapes are sourced exclusively from the Massif de Saint-Thierry, specifically from Trigny, a historic terroir for the Ouriet family. The clay-limestone soils rich in chalk contribute exceptional minerality and freshness to this wine. The vineyards, around 40 years old, are carefully tended to ensure the highest quality grapes. The wine is vinified in oak barrels, followed by 36 months of aging on lees, developing a silky texture and great aromatic complexity. The absence of malolactic fermentation preserves a beautiful tension and offers remarkable aging potential. With a low dosage of 2 g/L, Les Prémices reflects the Egly-Ouriet signature: purity, finesse, and precision.

Tasting of the cuvée

Appearance: The Les Prémices cuvée boasts a bright golden hue, accompanied by fine and persistent effervescence.

Nose: The nose is dominated by a brilliant minerality, combined with delicate floral notes and a hint of citrus, such as candied lemon and grapefruit.

Palate: On the palate, this cuvée presents a vibrant and silky structure, with aromas of white fruit and hazelnut blending into a mineral finish that invites another sip.