Egly-Ouriet Grand Cru Blanc de Noirs Vieilles Vignes Les Crayères NV

Egly-Ouriet Grand Cru Blanc de Noirs Vieilles Vignes Les Crayères NV – Champagne Gallery

A Legendary Single-Vineyard Blanc de Noirs – Egly-Ouriet Les Crayères NV is a benchmark expression of Ambonnay Grand Cru Pinot Noir, sourced from 75-year-old vines planted in 1946. Grown in a south-facing vineyard with only 30cm of topsoil before pure chalk, this cuvée delivers intense minerality, power, and depth, making it one of the most profound and age-worthy Champagnes available.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep golden hue with a fine, persistent mousse.
• Aroma: Rich and layered, revealing dark berries, toasted hazelnuts, brioche, and crushed chalk with hints of spice and smoke.
• Palate: Full-bodied and deeply textured, with layers of ripe Pinot Noir fruit, saline minerality, and a long, chiselled finish. Exceptionally concentrated yet refined.

Winemaking & Technical Information

• Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
• Terroir: Les Crayères, Ambonnay Grand Cru – 75-year-old vines on chalk-rich soils
• Vinification:
  • Fermented and aged entirely in oak barrels for depth and complexity
  • A blend of 50% 2016 and 50% 2015 vintage wines
• Maturation: 72 months on lees for profound texture and structure
• Disgorgement: July 2023
• Dosage: Extra Brut (2 g/L) – exceptionally low for pure expression
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Food Pairing & Serving Recommendations

Perfect for pairing with truffle risotto, duck confit, aged Comté cheese, and lobster dishes. Serve at 10-12°C and decant if possible for full aromatic expression.

Gifting Options

• Personalised Gift Wrapping: Available on selected products with elegant tissue paper wrapping and a custom message.
• Premium Gift Boxes: Upgrade to a luxury gift box with ribbon and a personalised note where available.
• Multiple Deliveries: Order multiple bottles and ship to different addresses for seamless gifting and event planning.

A powerful, mineral-driven Champagne that showcases the raw energy and precision of Ambonnay’s terroir, Egly-Ouriet Les Crayères NV is a true collector’s cuvée built for long-term cellaring.