As an emblematic expression of the French art of living, the R de Ruinart Brut, Champagne AOC, unfolds a clear and immediately appealing elegance. The first Champagne House, founded in 1729 in Épernay, Ruinart crafted this non-vintage cuvée as a banner of its style, at the crossroads of freshness, precise aromatics and a caressing texture. Designed for connoisseurs of taste, attentive hosts and those seeking a well-balanced brut, it meets the desire for a versatile, precise and deeply luminous champagne. As an aperitif, its vivacity naturally steers conversation towards lightness and joy. At the table, its straightness and discreet charm structure pairings without overwhelming them. This reception and special-occasion wine stands out with chiselled fruit, fine effervescence and a subtly saline finish that invites the next sip.

Assemblage et vinification

The uniqueness of R de Ruinart comes from an assembly of remarkable accuracy, mainly combining Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, complemented by a touch of Pinot Meunier, sourced from a mosaic of Champagne crus. The grapes, hand-harvested, are vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the varietal aromatic integrity. Malolactic fermentation brings delicate roundness and refines the wine’s contours, while extended ageing on the lees in bottle, of around 2 à 3 ans, provides a subtle complexity and an exemplary finesse of bubble. The controlled dosage, around 7 à 8 g/l, completes the balance between tension and softness. From the precise selection of parcels to the final blend, every gesture aims for pure fruit clarity and structural purity, signatures dear to Maison Ruinart.

Notes de dégustation

• Robe : Pale, luminous gold, crossed by a delicate, regular effervescence, promising an airy texture and great freshness.
• Nez : Initial notes of white fruits, crisp apple, juicy pear and tender apricot, followed by fine hints of almond, hazelnut and brioche. Floral accents of acacia and elderflower lend a springlike grace, while a touch of citrus underlines the bouquet’s clarity.
• Bouche : Bright attack followed by harmonious development, with a silky texture that wraps the palate. The balance stretches along a fresh, direct thread, lifted by a saline edge and a few spicy touches on the finish. The persistence is clean, elegant and decidedly appetising.

Température de service et conseils

Serve R de Ruinart Brut between 8 à 10 °C in tulip-shaped glasses to bring out the fruit expression without restraining the effervescence. Allow a few minutes of airing before serving to let the bouquet open naturally. Store bottles on their side, away from light and temperature variations. While this cuvée is immediately appealing, it is best enjoyed in its youth for its radiant freshness, though it will keep well for a few years should you prefer a more nuanced, developed expression.

Accords mets et vin

• Apéritifs : iodised bites, crab tartlets, light gougères, thin slices of delicately flavoured cured ham.
• Entrées : scallop carpaccio with lemon, sea bream ceviche, sea bass tartare with fine herbs, white asparagus with lemon mousseline.
• Plats : sole meunière, roast poultry with glossy jus, risotto with fresh herbs, slightly crisp spring vegetables.
• Fromages : gently aged brie, young pressed cheeses with low salt, fresh goat cheese with herbs.
• Desserts : thin pear tart, lightly sweetened citrus biscuit, almond shortbread with white fruits.

Moments de dégustation

R de Ruinart Brut is the ideal companion:

• To celebrate an elegant aperitif where freshness creates a bright atmosphere.
• During a delicate lunch centred on fish, seasonal vegetables and subtle condiments.
• As a refined gift that stands out for its precision, purity and timeless signature.

Caractéristiques

• Nom : Ruinart, R de Ruinart Brut
• Appellation : Champagne AOC
• Type : Brut, blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier
• Millésime : Non-vintage
• Cépages : Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
• Degré d’alcool : 12 % vol.
• Vieillissement : 2 à 3 ans sur lies
• Contenance : 75 cl
• Garde : to be enjoyed now, with potential development over a few years
• Température de service : 8 à 10 °C