Egly-Ouriet Grand Cru Blanc de Noirs Les Crayères VV NV

The Pinnacle of Grower Champagne Excellence

99 points Jeb Dunnuck | 98+ points The Wine Advocate 

The Egly-Ouriet Grand Cru Blanc de Noirs Les Crayères VV NV represents the absolute pinnacle of artisanal champagne craftsmanship. This extraordinary cuvée comes from Francis Egly's legendary domaine in Ambonnay, crafted exclusively from old vine (Vieilles Vignes) Pinot Noir grown in the prestigious Les Crayères vineyard. This is pure Pinot Noir expression at its most sublime.

Tasting Notes:

• Appearance: Deep golden color with fine, persistent bubbles creating an elegant and refined mousse
• Aroma: Intensely complex bouquet featuring ripe red berries, cherry, and plum, complemented by notes of brioche, honey, and distinctive mineral undertones from the chalky Crayères soils
• Palate: Full-bodied and powerful with remarkable concentration and depth. Rich flavors of strawberry, raspberry, and black cherry blend seamlessly with notes of vanilla, spice, and a signature saline minerality
• Finish: Exceptionally long and memorable finish with lingering notes of red fruit, toasted nuts, and a distinctive smokiness that speaks to its Grand Cru origins

The Egly-Ouriet Legacy:

Francis Egly is widely regarded as one of Champagne's greatest grower-producers, known for his meticulous vineyard work and minimal intervention winemaking. The Les Crayères vineyard, planted with vines averaging 40+ years old, produces grapes of extraordinary concentration and complexity. This non-vintage cuvée represents the consistent excellence of this legendary terroir, aged on lees for extended periods to develop its characteristic depth and finesse.

Perfect for: The most discerning collectors and connoisseurs, special celebrations, pairing with rich dishes like game or aged cheeses, or savoring as a meditation wine to appreciate its pure expression of old vine Pinot Noir.