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Champagne Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Second Skin NV

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Maison Ruinart has been quietly making exceptionally fine Champagne for over 250 years – their rare releases are jealously guarded by the cognoscenti.“Ruinart deserves to be better known” wrote the Sunday Times. Rich, toasty and long – a classy fizz.

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Tasting notes

Rich, elegant with a core of minerality to balance ripe orchard fruits

Aroma

Ripe apricot, nectarine, lemon, with floral and honey hints, toasty

Allergy information

Contains sulphites

Champagne Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Second Skin NV

More information

  • 12.5% ABV
  • 9.38 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2029

Originally a Reims draper, Nicolas Ruinart started his first ledger devoted to ‘wine with bubbles’ in 1729 – testament to the estate’s claim to be the very first Champagne house. The business was passed down through the generations until the mid 20th century, with such notable customers as Empress Josephine and President Andrew Jackson. Ruinart survived two world wars, received investment from Baron Philippe de Rothschild in 1950, and, since 1963, has been in the safe hands of Moët et Chandon. They aim to be more sustainable too, hence their beautifully embossed 'second-skin' packaging which replaces the gift box. Pure Chardonnay, all from Grand Cru sites, with 20-25% reserve wine, aged 8 years on lees, this is a fine vintage Champagne.

"Rare treat to enjoy this fine vintage Ruinart, beautifully packaged in its embossed 'second skin'" Sarah Everden
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