Champagne Terms
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At The Champagne and Gift Company, we understand that some Champagne terminology can be confusing.
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A blend of grapes from several vintages
Blend made exclusively from grapes grown and picked in one year
Top vintage champagne of a champagne house
Made from Chardonnay grapes only
Blanc de Noirs Made exclusively from black grapes
Rosé Made by blending red and white wine before the second fermentation
OR macerating coloured grape skins Demi-Sec (or Riche) Sweeter than Brut – indicates sugar content
Brut Dry – indicates sugar content
Appelation Controlee Strict guidelines as to how wine is made
Chardonnay Grapes White – gives finesse to the champagne
Pinot Noir Grapes Black- gives backbone to the champagne
Pinot Meunier Grapes Black – gives fruitiness to the champagne
Cru A village – 300 in Champagne
Grand Cru Villages French for ‘great growth.’ Villages are classified according to
Champagne quality with a rating. Grand Cru gets 100% Premier Cru One down from Grand Cru, rated 90 to 99%
Methode Champenoise Traditional method of making champagne
Champagne House Uses grapes sourced from many different vineyards
Champagne Grower Champagne made from grapes grown on the same estate and vineyards
owned by that estate Champagne Co-operative Recent Good Vintages 2008, 2006, 2002, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996, 1995, 1993, 1992, 1991, 1990 A group of growers that blend the product of their collective vineyards to sell under one or more brands. |
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