Jacquesson Avize Champ Cain 2004
Jacquesson Avize Champ Cain 2004 is a dry, medium-bodied sparkling from Chardonnay (Champagne, France), in the sparkling style. Acidity is fresh; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, salmon, creamy pasta, aperitif. Cheapest offer £270.00 at Hedonism Wines.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacquesson Avize 1990 Jacquesson · Champagne | £268.00 | |||
| Pol Roger Vintage 1983 Pol Roger · Champagne | £272.00 | |||
| Dom Perignon Luminous Label 2015 2015 Dom Perignon · Champagne | £267.87 | |||
| Agrapart Mineral Magnum 2013 Agrapart & Fils · Champagne | £275.00 |
The Jacquesson Avize Champ Cain 2004 is a highly sought-after single-vineyard Champagne, made entirely from 100% Chardonnay grapes. This cuvée comes from a 1.3-hectare plot in the Grand Cru village of Avize, located in the Côte des Blancs. The vines in this vineyard were planted in 1962 on chalk and limestone soils. The 2004 vintage was a strong one for Champagne, and Jacquesson`s meticulous winemaking, including fermentation in oak tuns and a long aging period on lees (approximately 8 years for the 2004 release), contributes to its complexity. It is bottled as an Extra Brut with a very low dosage, emphasising the purity of the fruit and terroir, and is known for its balance of delicacy, purity, finesse, and a distinct minerality.