By its pure lines and upright expression, the R de Ruinart Brut Seconde Peau, Champagne AOC embodies the timeless signature of the House. This cuvée is aimed at aesthetes seeking a champagne that is both precise and caressing, ideal to elevate an elegant aperitif or to accompany an exceptional table. The blend showcases Chardonnay, the grape of light, supported by the structure of the Pinots. Delicate toasted aromas, fresh fruit, a creamy mouthfeel, everything contributes to a sensation of balance and grace that extends with exemplary persistence. Presented in its Seconde Peau case, designed to showcase the object while reducing material impact, this non-vintage Brut combines minimalist craft and attention to detail. Its individuality lies in a careful blend, enhanced by reserve wines, which ensures remarkable consistency over the years. You will find the Ruinart style here: an alliance of aerial freshness and savoury roundness, crafted to celebrate meaningful moments without ever resorting to ostentation.

Blend and vinification

The cuvée is built around a precise blend of Chardonnay at approximately 40%, complemented by Pinot Noir at around 40-45% and Meunier at 10-15%. The measured inclusion of reserve wines ensures stylistic harmony and aromatic depth, revealing the fruity thread and the brightness of the Chardonnay, while bringing body and structure to the palate. The grapes come from Grands and Premiers Crus of Champagne, guarantees of finesse and uprightness. The House favours a highly precise production, faithful to traditional techniques, to preserve the aromatic integrity of the grape varieties. The low dosage highlights the purity of the fruit and mineral tension, for a clear, luminous reading of the wine. The Seconde Peau presentation, for its part, illustrates an eco-designed approach that protects the bottle while underlining the elegance of its silhouette, with a resolutely contemporary restraint.

Tasting notes

• Appearance : Pale gold, crossed by a fine, regular effervescence that refines the texture and brightens the glass.
• Nose : A complex bouquet combining juicy pear, crisp yellow fruits, almond and hazelnut, lifted by subtle toasted notes and a delicately chalky freshness.
• Palate : Broad, satiny entry, a harmonious mid-palate where ripe fruit dialogues with elegant tension, persistent luminous finish marked by the imprint of Chardonnay.

Serving temperature and advice

Serve this champagne between 8 and 10°C to reveal its aromatic contours and the finesse of its mousse. Prefer tulip-shaped glasses to give the wine the space required for its aromas of fresh fruit and toasted notes to develop. Let the bottle rest in a cool place before service, then open it a few minutes in advance to enhance the complexity of the bouquet. Store it on its side in a temperate place, away from light and vibrations, to preserve its integrity. As an aperitif or at the table, this Brut reveals a nuanced dimension, combining precision and voluptuousness without losing vibrancy. Each sip marks a moment of accuracy, where the fruit's brightness balances a fresh, sapid thread.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : delicate fish rillettes, seasonal vegetable tartlets, Parmesan shortbreads.
• Starters : sea bream carpaccio, sea bass ceviche, scallop tartare with citrus.
• Main courses : roasted poultry with jus, creamy asparagus risotto, sole meunière fillet.
• Cheeses : aged Comté, Chaource, young Brie de Meaux.
• Desserts : thin pear tart, hazelnut financier, delicate lemon sorbet.

Tasting occasions

The R de Ruinart Brut Seconde Peau is the ideal companion:

• For an elegant aperitif where every detail counts.
• At a refined lunch that highlights the freshness of the produce.
• As a highly symbolic gift in its eco-designed Seconde Peau case.

Characteristics

• Name : R de Ruinart Brut Seconde Peau
• Appellation : Champagne AOC
• Type : Brut
• Grapes : Chardonnay ~40%, Pinot Noir ~40-45%, Meunier ~10-15%, with reserve wines
• Origin of the crus : Grands and Premiers Crus of Champagne
• Dosage : low
• Alcohol : 12%
• Volume : 75 cl
• Serving temperature : 8 to 10°C
• Presentation : Seconde Peau eco-designed case