{"product_id":"marc-hebrart-noces-de-craie-champagne-grand-cru-ay-2016","title":"Marc Hébrart Noces de Craie Champagne Grand Cru 'Aÿ' 2016","description":"\u003cp\u003eMarc Hébrart Noces de Craie Champagne Grand Cru 'Aÿ' 2016 is a precise and expressive Blanc de Noirs-style Champagne made entirely from Pinot Noir in one of the region’s most celebrated Grand Cru villages. Sourced from chalk- and clay-rich vineyards in Aÿ and shaped by extended lees aging, it delivers impressive depth, finesse, and a distinctly mineral-driven character. The low dosage further sharpens its purity, placing it firmly among the more refined, gastronomic styles of Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakuprofiili\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a luminous pale gold hue with a lively, finely textured mousse. The nose opens with ripe red berries, citrus zest, and a cool, chalky mineral note, followed by subtle hints of brioche and spice from its time on lees.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is generous yet poised, combining Pinot Noir richness with a clean, dry finish and a strong sense of structure. The balance between freshness, volume, and saline minerality gives it both immediate appeal and good aging potential, with the ability to gain even more complexity over the coming years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViininvalmistus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis cuvée comes from Grand Cru vineyards in Aÿ, where the soils are dominated by chalk and clay, creating ideal conditions for Pinot Noir with tension, depth, and aromatic clarity. The 2016 vintage benefited from a long maturation period on the lees, which helped build texture, refinement, and complexity. With a low dosage of around 2-4 grams per liter, the wine is crafted in an Extra Brut to Brut Nature style, emphasizing precision and terroir expression over sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuoka \u0026amp; tarjoilu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Champagne works beautifully as an aperitif, but its structure and depth also make it a strong match for seafood, shellfish, sashimi, grilled fish, or delicate poultry dishes. It is best served well chilled at around 8-10°C. Decanting is generally not necessary, though a few minutes in the glass can help the wine раскры its layered aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuottaja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChampagne Marc Hébrart is a respected grower-producer based in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, known for crafting wines that highlight the character of premium village and Grand Cru sites. The estate has earned a strong reputation for combining ripeness, precision, and elegance, with a particular focus on Pinot Noir from some of Champagne’s most prized terroirs. Its wines are widely admired for their consistency, depth, and excellent value within the world of fine Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Marc Hébrart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122483929330,"sku":"FW-8437","price":107.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/4810\/5202\/files\/MarcHebrartNocesdeCraieChampagneGrandCru_Ay.png?v=1777476267","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.fi\/products\/marc-hebrart-noces-de-craie-champagne-grand-cru-ay-2016","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}