Champagne Drappier Millésime Exception 2017
The uniqueness of the vintage
Champagne Drappier Millésime Exception 2017 is the brilliant expression of a single vintage. Since 1808, the Drappier house has been producing some of the finest champagnes in the Aube region, at the heart of the Côtes des Bar. This vintage sparkling wine, crafted from a selection of pinot noir and chardonnay grapes, was partially aged in oak fudres before being bottled, unfiltered, with minimal added sulfites, and left to rest for 3 years on the lees in the silence of the cellar. Powerful, rich, and complex.
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General features
Type of wine
Region
Grape variety
40% Chardonnay, 60% Pinot Noir
Type of bottle
Champenoise Bottle
Capacity (cl)
75
Alcohol content (% vol.)
12
Tasting notes
Champagne Drappier Millésime Exception shines with a bright and clean straw-yellow color.
On the nose, it stands out for its complexity and richness. A blend of citrus aromas, bread, and nuts (hazelnuts, almonds).
Elegant, creamy, and rich on the palate, where the Chardonnay expresses itself through a touch of vanilla, and the depth of the Pinot Noir reveals itself in the form of red fruits.
The winery
Winery
Settled in the commune of Urville, Champagne Drappier is one of the most prestigious wineries in the southern part of the Champagne region. Despite being founded in 1808, the first plantations of its vineyard date back to the Gallo-Roman era, 2000 years ago, and its cellars were built in 1152 by Saint Bernard, founder of the Clairvaux Abbey.
Currently, Champagne Drappier owns 55 hectares of vineyards and oversees another 50 thanks to agreements with local winegrowers. The dominant grape variety in the cultivation is pinot noir. It is precisely the use of this variety that is the main hallmark of the house, along with a winemaking process that emphasizes minimal dosage. The small amount of liqueur d'expédition used in their champagnes is typically a wine aged in barrels for over 10 years, which adds complexity and length. The result is a well-defined style distinguished by authenticity and the pursuit of natural qualities.
Currently, Champagne Drappier owns 55 hectares of vineyards and oversees another 50 thanks to agreements with local winegrowers. The dominant grape variety in the cultivation is pinot noir. It is precisely the use of this variety that is the main hallmark of the house, along with a winemaking process that emphasizes minimal dosage. The small amount of liqueur d'expédition used in their champagnes is typically a wine aged in barrels for over 10 years, which adds complexity and length. The result is a well-defined style distinguished by authenticity and the pursuit of natural qualities.