De Saint-Gall Orpale Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Brut 2012

Made exclusively from Chardonnay from Grand Cru vineyards and distinguished by its long ageing on the lees, which exceeds 8 years, De Saint-Gall's 2012 Champagne Orpale Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru represents the pinnacle of Côte des Blancs elegance. A refined and profound champagne 100% Chardonnay. Brilliant golden colour with fine perlage. The nose opens with aromas of ripe citrus fruits, white flowers, bread crust and delicate toasted hints. The palate is vibrant and silky, with a fine bubble, incisive acidity and an extraordinarily long mineral finish that evolves into smoky notes of white tobacco and roasted nuts. 12.5% ABV.

Orpale is without a doubt the most complex, accomplished wine of the Champagne De-Saint Gall portfolio. Always a vintage Champagne, it is the result of a highly unusual process: a portion of the grapes used to make this Blanc de Blancs do not undergo malolactic fermentation to preserve the freshness and mineral character of one of the best plots of the Cote des Blancs. An elegant wine with complex aromas, superb on the palate and with a long finish, it is a must.

Orpale will make the most special occasion memorable, when served in its purest form as an aperitif or paired with a poularde with truffle butter and mushrooms or a veal roast and girolles.