Lallier : Grand Rosé Brut Grand cru

A fresh and fruity Rosé Champagne

The estate

Located in the heart of Aÿ, one of the 17 Champagne villages classified as Grand Cru, the Champagne Lallier House has been writing its story since it was founded by René Lallier in 1906. In a constant pursuit of excellence, René-James Lallier, grandson of the founder, turned a new page in the house’s history by carrying out major modernization work on the winemaking facilities starting in 1996. In 2004, Francis Tribaut, a passionate Champagne native who also advises other renowned Champagne houses, acquired Maison Lallier.

The vineyard

Lallier's cuvées are renowned for their finesse and for authentically expressing the richness of the finest Champagne terroirs.

Winemaking and aging

Lallier’s Grand Rosé Brut Grand Cru is made from 80% wine of the year and 20% reserve wines. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay undergo a warm maceration, allowing for optimal and exclusive extraction of color, not tannins. This cuvée is vinified using the house’s own yeasts. Partial malolactic fermentation. The wine is aged for a minimum of 3 years in cellars. Disgorgement takes place about 4 months before release. The dosage is 8 g/liter with a liqueur prepared in oak barrels.

Blend

This Brut Grand Cru cuvée is a blend of Pinot Noir (65%) and Chardonnay (35%).

Characteristics and tasting advice for Lallier’s Grand Rosé Brut Grand Cru

Tasting

Appearance
The wine displays a beautiful pale pink color.

Nose
The nose combines wild strawberry and raspberry aromas with subtle citrus notes.

Palate
A gourmet and fruity attack precedes a floral, persistent, and saline finish.

Food and wine pairings

Ideal as an aperitif, this Grand Rosé Brut Grand Cru from Lallier pairs perfectly with shellfish (lobster) or a fruity dessert such as a red fruit charlotte.