Champagne Drappier Carte d’Or Brut, Urville, Champagne France

£43.95

Champagne Drappier Carte d’Or Brut, Urville, Champagne France

TASTING NOTES

A Pinot Noir based champagne of style and finesse, Champagne Drappier Carte d’Or offers delicate aromas of white peach, quince and a touch of spice. The dry, elegant palate shows an impressive degree of concentration, along with fine bubbles and a long, crisp finish. Perfect with lobster, roasted poultry, or almond tarts if a desert.

WHE YOU’LL LOVE IT

The Champagne Drappier Carte d’Or Brut offers an exquisite balance of richness, freshness and finesse. Whether enjoyed at a celebratory toast, paired with an elegant meal, or gifted for a special occasion, this Champagne is a testament to Drappier’s dedication to quality and sustainability. Its approachable style and impressive complexity make it a standout choice for Champagne enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

Extended Taste Notes

The Champagne Drappier Carte d’Or Brut is a rich and expressive Champagne that highlights the finesse of Pinot Noir.

Golden in colour with fine, persistent bubbles, it opens with aromas of stone fruits like apricot and peach, layered with notes of brioche, almonds and a touch of citrus zest.

On the palate, it is full-bodied and fresh, delivering flavours of yellow apple, dried fruits and subtle hints of honey and toasted nuts. A long, vibrant finish with a delicate mineral edge completes this elegant Champagne.

Grape Varieties
  • 80% Pinot Noir
  • 15% Chardonnay
  • 5% Pinot Meunier
ABV
  • 12%

 

  • Sustainable
Vegan
75cl
Country

France

Grape

Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir

Producer

For one of Champagne’s most forward-thinking producers, Drappier has no shortage of historic roots. An eighth-generation family business, the house was founded in 1808, and occupies magnificent twelfth-century cellars built by Cistercian monks. Having spearheaded the revival of Pinot Noir in the region, in the 1930s, Drappier continued to innovate. Rosé in a clear bottle was introduced in 1968; extremely low levels of sulphur are used, and there is even a no-added-sulphur cuvée made; the liqueur d’expédition is matured for over fifteen years in oak and demi-johns; and Drappier is the only house to ferment every format, from half-bottles up to the gigantic 30-litre Melchisédech, in the bottle in which it is sold.
Vineyard Over half of Drappier’s production comes from the family’s own vineyards near their base in Urville. Viticulture is close to organic, with horse-drawn ploughing, cover crops and natural fertiliser used.

Winery

Only the juice from the first pressing – the cuvée – was used, and was transferred to tank by gravity. After a natural settling, the alcoholic fermentation took place over two weeks at a low temperature, followed by complete, natural malolactic fermentation. Five percent of the blend was aged for a year in barrel to give extra depth. Minimal sulphur was used during the production.

Food Pairings

This versatile Champagne is perfect for elevating any meal or celebration. Its richness pairs beautifully lobster thermidor or roasted poultry. It also complements creamy cheeses, truffle-infused dishes and mushroom-based risottos. For a lighter pairing, try it with sushi, sashimi, or smoked salmon. As a dessert pairing, its nuanced flavours shine alongside almond tarts, lemon meringue pie, or macarons.

Wine Region

The Champagne region, and particularly the Côte des Bar where Urville is located, is celebrated for its chalky soils and unique microclimates. This southernmost part of Champagne is particularly suited to Pinot Noir, yielding wines with depth, richness, and elegance. Drappier’s vineyards in Urville are managed sustainably, ensuring that the region’s natural beauty and winemaking heritage are preserved for future generations.

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Champagne Drappier Carte d'Or wine bottle, Urville, Champagne France
Champagne Drappier Carte d’Or Brut, Urville, Champagne France
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