March 18,2016

2009 Lilbert Fils Champagne Blanc de Blancs

Today we are pairing this champagne with Americana Caviar (White Sturgeon) from Lady Elena Caviar.

Background 

The Lilbert Fils estate is located in the village of Cramant. Their 8.6 hectares of vineyards, located on tuffeau and chalk soils, are all Grand Cru and only Chardonnay grapes are grown. 60% of their vineyards are located in Cramant,, 30% in Chouilly, and 10% in Oiry on the Cote des Blancs. The vinification is all in stainless steel vats and undergo maloactic fermentation.

This champagne is 100% Chardonnay from Cramant with. a dosage of 5 g/l The wine ages between four and a half to five years before being released.

The champagne has a pale gold color with tiny streaming bubbles. There are floral aromas of orange blossoms, green apple with some anise. On the palate, the minerality shows itself in this well integrated wine. The dry finish has the orange blossoms and green apples with a touch of toasty brioche.

Lady Elena Caviar and Champagne Pairing Americana Caviar (White Sturgeon): The caviar softens the green apple flavors as the champagne cleanses the palate. A good Lady Elena Caviar pairing.