Among the most sought-after signatures of Maison Pol Roger, the Blanc de Blancs 2016 stands as an ode to the purest Champagne style. Vintage and presented in its box, this Champagne AOC is aimed at lovers of balance, aromatic precision and fine textures. It answers the expectations of those who want a welcoming wine both vibrant and elegant, capable of accompanying delicate cuisine without ever overpowering it. Thanks to very fine effervescence and perfectly controlled energy, this cuvée unfolds crystalline freshness, a clear reading of the fruit and a gourmand sophistication that marks great moments.

Assemblage et vinification

Derived from the white grape varieties of Champagne, this Blanc de Blancs asserts the nobility of Chardonnay, the emblematic grape of linear and luminous expressions. True to Pol Roger’s know-how, the vinification aims for purity and accuracy, prioritizing fruit precision, delicate textures and overall harmony. Prolonged, patient and controlled ageing in the cellars promotes integration of the mousse, aromatic breadth and mineral tension, for a clear interpretation of the 2016 vintage. Disgorging and dosage are designed to preserve balance and drinkability, delivering a complete, serene cuvée that is both caressing and chiselled. Each step respects the wine’s integrity to reveal its verticality, relief and depth without ostentation.

Notes de dégustation

• Robe : Limpid and bright, animated by a string of very fine bubbles that trace a delicate bead. The mousse, creamy and precise, signals a well-crafted and fully integrated effervescence.
• Nez : A nuanced bouquet of white flowers, subtle citrus and pale-fleshed fruits, lifted by a hint of fine viennoiserie and almond. With aeration, a chalky dimension adds uprightness and elegance, while echoes of zest and ripe fruit suggest the vintage’s gourmandise.
• Bouche : A clean, vibrant attack supported by sustained acidity. The mid-palate reveals a silky texture combining precision and breadth, then stretches into a persistent, refined finish marked by an appetising salinity and a mineral relief that invites the next sip.

Température de service et conseils

Serve this Blanc de Blancs around 10 to 12°C to express the finesse of its effervescence and its aromatic range in full complexity. Prefer a tulip glass with a wide bowl to channel the bubbles and give space to the bouquet. Let the bottle wake for a few minutes before serving to gradually release the most delicate aromas. Store it quietly, away from light, lying down to preserve the freshness and precision that define this vintage cuvée.

Accords mets et vin

• Seafood & iodised flavours : fine oysters, sashimi, scallop carpaccio, seared langoustines. The wine’s tension responds gracefully to the iodine.
• Refined starters : sea bream tartare with citrus, delicate ceviche, white asparagus, crisp vegetables with fresh herbs.
• Signature dishes : roast poultry with a light sauce, lemon risotto, pike quenelles, sole meunière where browned butter highlights the wine’s texture.
• Cheeses : aged Comté, delicate Parmesan, young sheep’s milk tomme, for a dialogue between salinity and milky sweetness.
• Lightly sweet desserts : lightly candied citrus, almond shortbread, thin pear tart, to respect the champagne’s balance.

Moments de dégustation

The Blanc de Blancs 2016 from Pol Roger accompanies exceptional aperitifs, opens multi-course dinners and signs the celebrations that matter. It suits elegant conversations as well as spontaneous toasts, finds its place on a gastronomic table and slips discreetly into the art of gifting, its box underlining the thoughtfulness of the gesture. It’s a cuvée to mark intimate as well as grand occasions, a haute couture champagne that makes every moment sparkle.

Caractéristiques

• Nom : Pol Roger, Blanc de Blancs 2016
• Appellation : Champagne AOC
• Type : Blanc de Blancs
• Millésime : 2016
• Cépage : Chardonnay
• Présentation : Étui
• Température de service : 10 à 12°C