Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blanc 2009

The prestige cuvée of Champagne Ruinart, Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs is a Grand Cru only, pure-Chardonnay blend. With grapes sourced predominantly from the Côte des Blancs, this cuvée is a firm and muscular champagne with a reductive style that rewards patience if left in the cellar.

Weather

The 2009 vintage was a difficult year at first with a mild and rainy spring. The threat of mildew was high and storms in July further raised fears for the health of the grapes. However, a warm August of uninterrupted hot and dry weather was the catalyst for an idyllic harvest. Picking began on the 12th September in perfect conditions.

Testing Noted

Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs 2009, as much in the aromas as in the textures, is a fleshy and crunchy wine. To the eye, one sees an intense golden color with almond green reflections. On the nose, one recognizes a fruity register that evokes lemon, apricot and brugnon. Notes of white flowers, fresh almond paste, calisson d'Aix evoke the maturity of the vintage The whole presents to the palate a beautiful balance, both tasty and lively, but with a long and subtle finish. It is the effect of the combination of silky acidity, the freshness of the stone fruits, and a surprising sapidity.