Within the world of expressive Champagnes, the Blanc de Noirs Palmer & Co stands out as a hallmark of balance, substance and drive. Crafted for table aesthetes as much as for grand celebrations, this cuvée highlights the nobility of Champagne’s dark grape varieties. Its juicy fruit, energetic backbone and silky texture compose a well‑judged profile that can brighten a stylish aperitif or accompany subtly spiced cuisine. Presented in a 75 cl bottle in a box, this Champagne AOC combines generosity and precision, with the discreet elegance that defines Palmer & Co. The power of the fruit, tamed by patient ageing, expresses itself with panache while retaining clarity, for a bright, contemporary tasting experience.

Assemblage et vinification

This Blanc de Noirs owes its character to an equal blend of Pinot Noir (50 %) and Pinot Meunier (50 %), coming mainly from the Montagne de Reims, the Côte des Bar and the Vallée de la Marne. Around 30 to 35 % reserve wines enrich the cuvée, ensuring depth, consistency and complexity. The house also maintains a solera of Pinot Noirs, made up chiefly of Premier and Grand Crus, a true aromatic memory that provides an additional, flavorful and harmonious layer. Vinification is carried out in tank, with malolactic fermentation completed to refine the material and round the texture. The wine is then aged for about 3 years on the lees, which refines the mousse and shapes a broader palate. The Brut dosage at 6 g/L delivers a clear, direct and refreshing expression without sacrificing generous fruit presence. Non‑vintage, the cuvée asserts the coherence of a style beyond any single harvest effect.

Notes de dégustation

• Appearance : Clear and bright, animated by fine, regular effervescence that emphasizes the cuvée’s purity and lively visual appeal.
• Nose : Initial notes of stone fruits such as peach and apricot, joined by a hint of redcurrant and grapefruit. The whole breathes straightforward fruitiness, lifted by a fresh air sensation and a citrus nuance that stretches the bouquet.
• Palate : Generous attack, a fleshy and flavorful mid‑palate driven by an elegant tension that lengthens the wine. A combination of vinosity, intensity and roundness, with a precise, mouthwatering and persistent finish.

Service temperature and advice

Serve this cuvée well chilled in tulip glasses to highlight the finesse of the bubbles and the aromatic range. A short moment of aeration at service is enough to reveal its fruity dimension and chiselled texture. Store bottles on their side, away from light, in a cool, stable environment. The Blanc de Noirs Palmer & Co reveals its charm immediately and pairs brilliantly with a full meal, while also allowing for a few years of cellaring if you wish to develop further complexity.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : iodised canapés, thin herb tartlets, light gougères to underline the wine’s savory energy.
• Starters and fish : lightly smoked fish, delicate crayfish flesh, citrus‑dressed seafood carpaccio to match the bouquet’s freshness.
• Main courses : veal medallion with sage jus, juicy poultry, herb risotto, which embrace the cuvée’s controlled vinosity.
• Inspired cuisines : tagines with mild spices and dried fruits, where the fruit’s generosity and the wine’s tension create a delicious dialogue.

Moments de dégustation

The Blanc de Noirs Palmer & Co is the ideal companion:

• To celebrate a memorable occasion with flair, in a bright atmosphere.
• At a gastronomic dinner where precise service and perfect pairing deliver a memorable experience.
• As an inspired gift, presented in a box, for an enthusiast curious about refined expressions of Champagne’s dark grape varieties.

Caractéristiques

• Name : Palmer & Co, Blanc de Noirs
• Appellation : Champagne AOC
• Type : Blanc de Noirs
• Vintage : Non‑vintage
• Grapes : Pinot Noir 50 %, Pinot Meunier 50 %
• Reserve wines : around 30 to 35 %
• Solera : Pinot Noirs mainly from Premier and Grand Crus
• Vinification : vinified in tank, malolactic fermentation completed
• Ageing on lees : about 3 years
• Dosage : Brut, 6 g/L
• Main terroirs : Montagne de Reims, Côte des Bar, Vallée de la Marne
• Contents : 75 cl, presented in a box
• Distinction : awarded at the IWSC 2019 as best non‑vintage Champagne