In the wake of the great Champagne houses, the Ruinart R de Ruinart 2015 Brut celebrates the unique brightness of a precise and generous vintage. Produced from a careful selection of Grands and Premiers Crus from the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims, it bears the imprint of a year with harmonious ripeness and rare balance. This cuvée is aimed at table aesthetes, hosts attentive to the art of entertaining and anyone seeking, in the glass, the grace of a gastronomic champagne able to combine airy freshness, measured creaminess and textural depth. Beneath its lace-like effervescence, white fruit lights up, floral infusions unfold, an elegant salinity gives the wine its poise and the finish is clear and precise, supported by a fine, noble bitterness. Thanks to its impeccable composure and nuanced aromatic palette, this vintage promises a suspended moment where the rigor of technique meets the pure pleasure of tasting.

Blend and vinification

Made from a carefully balanced blend, the R de Ruinart 2015 pairs the brightness of Chardonnay with the structure of Pinot Noir, completed by a touch of Pinot Meunier. The grapes, hand-harvested, come mainly from crus in the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims, emblematic territories where chalk and exposure bring finesse and verticality. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats to preserve aromatic integrity. Malolactic fermentation, carried out with precision, refines the frame and rounds the contours while respecting the vintage's straightness. The ageing rewards patience, with a rest on laths of at least five years, a guarantee of slow evolution that refines the bubbles and complexifies the bouquet. Dosage, kept around 5.5 to 6 g/L, underlines the Brut profile and lets the wine's intrinsic energy speak. At 12.5% vol., the alcohol-acidity balance asserts itself, ensuring a sensation of purity and a remarkable presence at the table.

Tasting notes

• Colour: Pale gold with green highlights, revealing an effervescence of extreme finesse, regular and persistent, which lights the glass with a crystalline shine.
• Nose: First crisp pear and white fruits, then nuances of fig leaves, fennel and cardamom, a hint of liquorice, inflections of linden and green tea, finishing with sweet almond that signs a muted elegance.
• Palate: Fresh and precise attack, a broad, creamy mid-palate threaded with lively energy. Saline structure stretches the substance, a delicate bitterness highlights the contours. Long, straight finish of remarkable purity.

Serving temperature and advice

Serve at 8 to 10°C in tulip glasses to give the bouquet room to develop without losing the finesse of the bubbles. Let the bottle breathe a few minutes after opening, so the initial infusion and almond notes can reveal themselves easily. Store it in a cool cellar, protected from vibrations and light, bottle laid on its side to preserve the integrity of the cork. This vintage has a high ageing potential, able to gain complexity over the years as floral and spicy tones blend into deeper harmony.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs: briny bites, herb tartlets, light gougères that enhance freshness without overpowering it.
• Starters: sea bream carpaccio, crunchy celery and citrus, langoustine tartare, thin slices of fennel and lemon-infused olive oil.
• Main courses: sole or turbot with browned butter, pike-perch or monkfish gently seared, accompanied by seasonal vegetables and a light mousseline.
• Cheeses: young pressed cheeses with a fine paste, lightly aged Comté, delicate tomme that respect the wine's subtle profile.
• Desserts: almond and pear entremets, thin tart of white fruits, sugar kept in check to preserve the wine's momentum.

Moments to enjoy

The R de Ruinart 2015 is the natural companion for moments where the precision of gesture and the beauty of detail make all the difference.

• To crown an elegant celebration and mark the moment with timeless brilliance.
• During a gastronomic dinner where precise service and the right pairing reveal the vintage's depth.
• As an exceptional gift, thoughtfully chosen for a lover of fine wines and quality produce.

Characteristics

• Name : Ruinart, R de Ruinart 2015 Brut
• Appellation : Champagne AOC
• Type : Vintage Brut
• Vintage : 2015
• Grapes : Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, with a touch of Pinot Meunier
• Origin of crus : mainly Grands and Premiers Crus of the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims
• Vinification : fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, malolactic fermentation conducted
• Ageing : minimum 5 years on laths
• Dosage : around 5.5 to 6 g/L
• Alcohol : 12.5% vol.
• Serving temperature : 8 to 10°C
• Recommended pairings : refined aperitif, fine fish, langoustines