Drappier Grande Sendrée Espumante

Description

Black Friday Is Here! Use code BLACK2026 Learn more Grande Sendrée white is the emblem of Maison Drappier, a blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes, with 35% of the blend aged in barrels. It shows a pale yellow colour with topaz nuances, revealing its contact with oak. Its aromas are intoxicating, with acacia honey, beeswax and marzipan standing out. When aerated, quince jelly and raspberry compote emerge, alongside bergamot and warm brioche. On the palate it is invigorating, showcasing a delicate minerality balanced by light bitter notes of orange peel. The Drappier family tree can be traced back to the 17th century, when Rémy Drappier was born in 1604, but it was not until 1808 that the family began to devote itself to viticulture and champagne production, when one of the family's ancestors, François, settled in Urville. In 1988, deep cellars excavated around Reims during the reign of Napoleon III became the property of the family, and it is in these underground tunnels that Drappier's most valuable bottles are kept, particularly the Grande Sendrée, which has been refined over time. Now in the family's 8th generation, the estate owns 62 hectares of its own vineyards, together with another 50 hectares farmed by other growers. The Drappier property also includes some old orchards, a kitchen garden and a farm, and has been awarded "Carbon Neutral" certification. (image for illustrative purposes only)