In the hushed world of great cuvées, the Cuvée William Deutz Meurtet 2018 stands as an ode to terroir, concentrating the expression of a well-bred and deliciously pure Blanc de Noirs. Crafted by the house of Deutz, this interpretation of the 2018 vintage reveals the character of the singular Meurtet parcel and the virtuosity of precise élevage. The aromatic register, broad and nuanced, revolves around fresh fruit, a hint of white flowers, a breath of brioche and a discreet echo of hazelnut. All of this is carried by an extremely delicate effervescence and a luminous balance that give this brut a decidedly gastronomic dimension. Presented in a luxury gift box, in 75 cl, this cuvée evokes the French art of living, between chosen conviviality and measured refinement, for enthusiasts seeking a signature both intense and harmonious.

Blend and vinification

Made as a Blanc de Noirs, this Cuvée William Deutz Meurtet 2018 celebrates the expression of the black grapes from the Meurtet parcel. The sun-drenched and generous 2018 harvest achieved a bright aromatic ripeness that the house preserved through gentle pressing and controlled fermentations. The secondary fermentation in bottle, followed by ageing on the lees, refines the texture and reinforces complexity without weighing down the structure. The brut dosage is conceived as a measured punctuation, revealing the flesh and tension of the wine rather than overpowering them. This precise alchemy defines the Deutz style, where fruit brightness, mouthfeel depth and length come together in balance.

Tasting notes

• Colour : crystalline brightness animated by a very fine effervescence, a prelude to a chiselled and airy texture.
• Nose : precise opening on fresh fruit, highlighted by delicate white flowers. Accents of brioche and a touch of hazelnut bring depth and relief.
• Palate : a clean, caressing attack, broad mid-palate supported by a structuring freshness. Persistent, flavoursome finish edged with memories of brioche and almond-hazelnut.

Service temperature and advice

Serve between 10 and 12°C in tulip glasses to honour the finesse of the effervescence and the aromatic complexity. Allow the wine a few minutes to open up and reveal the precision of its structure. Store bottles quietly, away from light, with stable humidity. This cuvée, already accomplished, will gain further harmony over the months, offering an even more nuanced expression of its terroir.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : comté gougères, caviar or parmesan shortbread tarts.
• Starters : scallop carpaccio, poached lobster, dressed crab with fine herbs.
• Main courses : roasted poultry with jus, mushroom risotto, tender veal seared with reduced jus.
• Cheeses : aged comté, Brie de Meaux, mature parmesan.
• Desserts : thin pear tart, praline-hazelnut entremet, light citrus composition.

Occasions

The Cuvée William Deutz Meurtet 2018 is the companion for chosen moments:

• To celebrate a milestone event with a bottle that commands presence.
• At a gastronomic dinner where precision in pairing prevails.
• As an exceptional gift, enhanced by its luxury gift box.

Characteristics

• Name : Deutz, Cuvée William Deutz Meurtet 2018, luxury gift box
• Appellation : Champagne AOC
• Type : Blanc de Noirs, Brut
• Vintage : 2018
• Grapes : black grapes from the Meurtet parcel
• Parcel : Meurtet
• Presentation : luxury gift box, 75 cl
• Aromatic profile : fresh fruit, white flowers, brioche, hazelnut
• Service : 10–12°C, tulip glasses
• Pairing : high-end aperitif, seafood, poultry, aged cheeses