Icon of refinement from Nicolas Feuillatte, the Palmes d’Or 2008 Rosé Intense stands as a manifesto of style, showcasing the nobility of Pinot Noir in a rosé interpretation that is intense, caressing and radiant. The characterful 2008 vintage gives this prestige cuvée finely chiselled contours thanks to a long ageing time, nearly ten years in the cellar, which polishes the material and magnifies the aromatic complexity. Its orange-tinged robe, animated by very fine bubbles, announces a palette where crunchy cherry weaves with plump blackberry and a whisper of wild violet, before a delicately toasted note adds depth. On the palate, red fruits unfold with breadth and precision, carried by a savoury energy and a long, seductive, almost musical finish. A cuvée for confidences and celebrations, it fits as well at aperitif as at table, to exalt seafood and iodised pairings, leaving the memory of a suspended moment.

Assemblage et vinification

This rosé Champagne is a 100% Pinot Noir from the 2008 harvest, a vintage renowned for its structuring freshness and aromatic precision. The uniqueness of the cuvée lies in the alliance of two emblematic expressions of the grape: the delicately peppery spice of the Pinot Noirs from Bouzy and the burst of strawberry compote from the Pinot Noirs of the Riceys. Carefully selected, these grapes draw their character from Champagne’s historic terroirs, where Pinot Noir’s typicity expresses itself with uprightness and generosity. Vinification, carried out with the utmost care, preserves the integrity of the fruit and the purity of the aromas, while the ageing of nearly 10 years in the cellar refines the bubbles, sculpts the textures and creates the subtle patina that distinguishes great rosés built for ageing. The sought-after balance celebrates tension, depth and grace without compromising elegance.

Notes de dégustation

• Appearance : Orange-tinged rosé with copper highlights, bright and shimmering, crossed by a fine effervescence that underscores the purity of the vintage and the delicacy of the blend.
• Nose : Complex, precise bouquet where cherry and blackberry intertwine, punctuated by wild violets. A subtle toasted thread, evoking the fine grind of coffee or cocoa, adds depth and relief, while a spicy hint suggests the signature of Bouzy Pinots.
• Palate : Broad, silky attack driven by juicy red fruits, followed by a harmonious tension that stretches the wine to a long, seductive finish. The balance between intensity, freshness and creaminess makes for a gastronomic rosé of admirable presence.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve Palmes d’Or 2008 Rosé Intense between 8 and 10°C in tulip glasses to reveal its aromatic architecture and the airy texture of the mousse. Decanting is not necessary, but opening the bottle a few minutes before service allows the floral and toasted nuances to gently unfurl. Store bottles in a calm, light-free place with a stable temperature and controlled humidity. Issued in a very limited release and polished by long cellar ageing, this vintage has a cellaring potential until 2029 under optimal conditions, evolving towards spicier harmonies and rounder textures.

Food and wine pairing

• Saline aperitifs : fine oysters, clams, sea bass tartare, all respond to the wine’s lively sapidity and enhance its mouthwatering thread.
• Shellfish and seafood : langoustines, lobster, roasted prawns, elevated by the red fruit notes and the finesse of the bubbles.
• Raw or marinated fish : tuna sashimi, citrus ceviche, their delicacy matches the clear energy of the 2008 vintage.
• Dishes with a saline touch : scallop carpaccio, shellfish risotto, where the iodised dimension echoes the wine’s extended finish.
• Lightly sweet red-fruit desserts : natural strawberries, delicately peppered raspberries, to prolong the aromatic vibrancy without weighing it down.

Occasions

Palmes d’Or 2008 Rosé Intense is the ideal companion:

• To celebrate a precious occasion with a rosé signature that is both luminous and sculptural.
• At a gourmet dinner focused on seafood, where precision and delicacy lead the performance.
• As an insider’s gift for an enthusiast of characterful Champagnes and long maturations.

Specifications

• Name : Nicolas Feuillatte, Palmes d’Or 2008 Rosé Intense
• Appellation : Champagne AOC
• Type : Rosé Champagne
• Vintage : 2008
• Grape : Pinot Noir (100%)
• Alcohol : 12.5%
• Ageing : nearly 10 years in cellar
• Volume : 75 cl
• Cellaring : 2019-2029
• Serving temperature : 8-10°C
• Allergens : sulphites
• Award : 16.5-20, Guide Bettane & Dessauve 2018