{"product_id":"champagne-blanc-de-blancs-vertus-extra-brut-1er-cru-2015-le-sud-mandois","title":"Champagne White de Blancs Vertus Extra Brut 1er Crù 2015 LE SUD Mandois","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChampagne Blanc de Blancs Vertus Extra Brut 1er Cru 2015 Mandois\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChampagne Blanc de Blancs Vertus Extra Brut 1er Cru 2015 LE SUD Mandois\u003c\/strong\u003e is a cuvée of great personality, an authentic expression of the Côte des Blancs and the character of Vertus. Made by \u003cstrong\u003eMandois\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes, it combines finesse, aromatic maturity, and stylistic precision in an elegant and gastronomic Extra Brut profile. The 2015 vintage and the long aging on the lees contribute to its complexity, structure, and a pleasant sense of richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Champagne comes from \u003cstrong\u003eVertus Premier Cru\u003c\/strong\u003e, in the heart of \u003cstrong\u003eLa Côte des Blancs\u003c\/strong\u003e, an area famous for its expressive Chardonnays. The terroir, characterized by friable chalk and a natural inclination towards freshness, gives the wine tension, verticality, and a pronounced mineral imprint. The choice of an \u003cstrong\u003eExtra Brut\u003c\/strong\u003e style, with a low dosage, enhances the territorial profile and makes the wine clear, essential, and suitable for those seeking a Champagne with a strong identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents a \u003cstrong\u003estraw yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e color with brilliant golden reflections. On the nose, it opens with notes of hazelnuts, then evolves towards hints of passion fruit, pineapple, and mandarin, with more mature echoes and a nuance of gingerbread. On the palate, it shows good vinosity, a juicy texture, and a finish that recalls licorice and flint. The bubbles are fine and light, while the overall balance remains between freshness, aromatic richness, and persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChampagne Blanc de Blancs Vertus Extra Brut 1er Cru 2015\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs well with refined appetizers, raw seafood, oysters, fish tartare, white fish carpaccio, and shellfish. Its structure also makes it suitable for more flavorful dishes, such as delicate risottos, soft cheeses, or preparations with mushrooms and light poultry. It is a versatile Champagne, capable of elegantly accompanying both an important aperitif and a more refined table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe the \u003cstrong\u003eChampagne Blanc de Blancs Vertus Extra Brut 1er Cru 2015\u003c\/strong\u003e at a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e8-10°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, to highlight the finesse of the perlage and the aromatic complexity. If possible, let the wine breathe for a few minutes in the glass after opening, to encourage the emergence of more mature and mineral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing this Mandois Champagne means opting for a territorial cuvée, limited and well-defined in style. The combination of \u003cstrong\u003eVertus\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 2015 vintage, and Extra Brut dosage offers a refined yet intense profile, ideal for those looking to buy wine online with attention to quality and the personality of the terroir. It is a bottle that combines elegance, depth, and versatility, perfect for special occasions or to enrich a selection of high-level Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Mandois","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56658838094210,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/BottleSud_qz5i-e1.jpg?v=1779207220","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/champagne-blanc-de-blancs-vertus-extra-brut-1er-cru-2015-le-sud-mandois-product","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}