Yvonne Belhomme Champagne Grand Cru Brut
The Yvonne Belhomme Champagne Grand Cru Brut is the cornerstone cuvée of our estate, meticulously crafted for premium hospitality venues, Michelin-starred restaurants, and luxury hotel bars. Produced exclusively from 100% Grand Cru vineyards in Ambonnay, this elegant Champagne perfectly balances generous palate weight with a precise mineral backbone. The interplay of clay-rich topsoils and a deep chalk base lends this wine exceptional density and mid-palate complexity, while maintaining crystalline acidity. Ideal for aperitif service or sophisticated food pairings including oysters, langoustines, roasted poultry, and aged Comté cheese. Its refined structure ensures a memorable drinking experience for discerning guests and sommeliers, bringing the true essence of the Montagne de Reims directly to your tableside. Grape variety: 70% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay. Origin: 100% Ambonnay Grand Cru, Montagne de Reims. Ageing: Minimum 3 years on lees. Dosage / sweetness: 6.5g/L (Brut). Tasting profile: Pale gold colour with fine bubbles; aromas of citrus, pear, white flowers, and brioche; chalky mineral finish. Serving temperature: 7–9°C (decant briefly for full aromatic expression). Packing: Cases of 6 bottles (750ml). Lead time: 3–5 working days across Europe.
TASTING NOTES
Colour Pale gold with fine, persistent bubbles Nose Light citrus tones, pear, peach, pomegranate and white flowers, opening to subtle hints of honey, brioche, almond and roasted macadamia Palate Lively and structured, carried by Ambonnay's chalky minerality and a refined, persistent finish. Finish Long and mineral, Yvonne Belhomme's signature of its Grand Cru terroir
FOOD PAIRING
The Brut Grand Cru's chalky minerality and balanced dosage make it exceptionally food-friendly. Aperitif On its own, with salted almonds, aged Comté, white bread, tapenade or charcuterie Seafood Oysters, langoustine, scallops, sea bass Meat Roast chicken, foie gras, lamb, veal Cheese Brie de Meaux, Chaource, young goat's cheese Serving temp 7–9°C, decant briefly for full aromatic expression
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Appellation Champagne Grand Cru Village Ambonnay - 100% Grand Cru since 1911 Assemblage 70% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay Ageing 3 years on lees Dosage 6.5g/L - Brut Vintage Introduced in 2018 Status Independent Récoltant-Manipulant