Philipponnat : Royale Réserve Rosé Brut

The elegance and indulgence of a Rosé Champagne crafted by Philipponnat

The estate

Established for nearly five centuries in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, the Champagne Philipponnat House is one of the historic names in the Champagne region. Distinctiveness, excellence, generosity, and simplicity are the values that guide this house, whose spirit has remained family-run. Owned by the house since 1935, the legendary Clos des Goisses is one of the oldest and most prestigious clos in Champagne. This gem is the origin of rare champagnes endowed with exceptional power.

The vineyard

The Champagne Philipponnat House oversees an outstanding vineyard spanning 20 hectares in Premier and Grand Crus in Aÿ, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, and Avenay.

The wine

The Royale Réserve cuvée is a tribute to the Philipponnat family's ancestors: vineyard owners, winemakers, suppliers to Louis XIV, magistrates, and royal mayors of Ay. This cuvée offers a beautiful balance between structure on the palate, length, and vinosity.

This Rosé Champagne is made from red wine from Champagne sourced from the terroirs of Riceys as well as the historic vineyard of Mareuil-sur-Ay.

Vinification and aging

This cuvée is traditionally vinified to avoid any premature oxidation, with malolactic fermentation and aging in barrels to develop aromatic complexity. The red wine obtained by maceration completes the blend at 7 to 8% to craft a fruity and subtly colored rosé champagne. This Rosé Champagne is aged for three years and has a dosage of 9 g/l.

Blend

Pinot Noir (75%), Chardonnay (20%), and Pinot Meunier (5%). The first pressing is mainly composed of Grand and Premier Crus. 25 to 30% of reserve wines vinified in solera and aged in wood complete the blend.

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Royale Réserve Rosé cuvée from Maison Philipponnat

Tasting

Appearance
The appearance is a beautiful salmon pink color with copper highlights. The effervescence is fine, creamy, and persistent.

Nose
The nose opens with fruity fragrances (red fruits, cherries, wild strawberries). As it opens up, notes of citrus and grapefruit peel emerge.

Palate
An elegant and pure attack precedes a generous palate, where vibrant acidity harmoniously mingles with a subtle astringency that highlights the fruit.

Food and wine pairings

Perfect as an aperitif, this Royale Rosé cuvée from Philipponnat also pairs well with fish, smoked meats (ham, bacon), or pink meats (veal, lamb), as well as desserts featuring red berries, served alone or as a compote.

Serving

For optimal tasting, serve at 9°C.

Cellaring

While this champagne expresses its full liveliness in its youth, it can be cellared for several years to develop greater aromatic complexity.