Ruinart 'R de Ruinart' Brut

Ruinart 'R de Ruinart' Brut

Ruinart ‘R de Ruinart’ Brut is the signature cuvée of the oldest Champagne house, founded in 1729 in Reims. It is the calling card of the Ruinart style: elegant, luminous and based on the freshness of Chardonnay, combined with the structure of the region's red grape varieties. It is made from 40-50 crus from the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims, and is the perfect Champagne to discover the spirit of the maison. It is not a vintage wine, but a blend of several years, with around 20-30% reserve wines to ensure consistency and complexity.

Vinification: Grapes are harvested by hand and gently pressed. Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, followed by malolactic fermentation to gain volume in the mouth. Long ageing in historic chalk cellars before dégorgement, well above the minimum required, and receives a dosage of around 7-8g/L, maintaining the balance between creaminess and freshness (12% vol.).

Tasting notes: Vibrant yellow colour with golden reflections and delicate foam. The nose is subtle and complex: Reineta apple and pear, apricot, almonds and fresh hazelnuts, hints of white flowers and a background of brioche and buttery pastries. On the palate, it is round and harmonious, with notes of ripe orchard fruit, plum and nectarine, enveloped by a fine acidity that lengthens the finish and invites the next sip. Very versatile!

Grape varieties: 40% Chardonnay, 40–45% Pinot Noir and 10–15% Meunier