Champagne AOC Grand Cru Bouzy Nature Cuvée 4 Delavenne Laurier

What kind of wine is it

The Champagne Grand Cru Nature Cuvée 4 by Laurier is a Brut Nature Champagne made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes grown in Bouzy Grand Cru. This sparkling wine, produced using the Traditional Method, displays a fresh and precise style with a well-defined structure. Its profile is pure and direct, reflecting the typical character of the Côte Noire.

Where does it come from

The grapes come from the village of Bouzy, one of the 17 Grand Crus in Champagne, located in the Côte Noire. The area's extensive winemaking experience enhances these unique conditions.

How is it made

The sparkling process follows the Champenoise Method. The wine ages on the lees for at least five years.

Tasting notes

Brilliant straw yellow color with a fine and persistent perlage. The nose reveals aromas of acacia, lemon zest, light pastry notes, and bread crust. The palate is fresh and vibrant, with lively acidity balancing out its sapidity. The finish is long and clean, with citrusy hints and a subtle mineral note.

Food pairings

This Brut Nature Champagne pairs well with raw oysters and grilled shellfish, enhancing the wine’s freshness and savoriness. It is also perfect with marinated fish dishes, sushi, salted anchovies, and red prawn carpaccio. A typical regional pairing is with mussels marinara, which highlights the citrus and mineral notes of the cuvée.

When to serve it

Thanks to its structure and absence of added sugars, this Champagne Grand Cru Nature is ideal for immediate enjoyment to appreciate its freshness and lively perlage. It can also evolve in the bottle for several years, developing subtle oxidative notes and increased aromatic complexity over time.