Philipponnat : Cuvée 1522 Grand cru 2013

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Cuvée 1522 Grand Cru 2013 by Philipponnat 

Tasting 

Colour 
A brilliant robe of intense gold.  

Nose  
An expressive and indulgent nose revealing fragrances of stewed fruits, caramel, toasted brioche, acacia honey, and subtle vanilla notes.  

Palate  
A generous attack precedes a palate blending spicy (turmeric) and fruity (apricot, yellow peach) aromas up to a lively finish, supported by notes of acacia flowers. 

Food and wine pairings 

The Cuvée 1522 Grand Cru 2013 by Philipponnat pairs ideally with seafood, poached or grilled fish, capon, caviar, or even Indian tandoori. If this exceptional champagne is the refined partner of a meal, pairings with a sweet and sour or sweet dish are not recommended. 

Service 

For optimal tasting, serve between 8 and 9°C as an aperitif and 10 to 12°C at the table. 

Storage 

This exceptional champagne can wait in the cellar for a minimum of ten years to develop its aromatic complexity. 

The structure and balance of an exceptional vintage champagne 

The property 

Established for nearly five centuries in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, the Philipponnat Champagne House is one of the historic names of the Champagne region. Uniqueness, excellence, generosity, and simplicity are the values that guide this house, which has remained a family spirit. Owned by the house since 1935, the mythical Clos des Goisses is one of the oldest and most prestigious clos in Champagne. This jewel is the origin of rare champagnes with exceptional power. 

The Philipponnat Champagne House oversees an exceptional vineyard of 20 hectares in Premiers and Grands Crus located notably in Aÿ, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, and Avenay. 

The vineyard 

The Cuvée 1522 Grand Cru 2013 by Philipponnat is made from illustrious terroirs of Champagne. While the pinot noir mainly comes from the historic "Léon" vineyard in Ay, the chardonnay comes from the Verzy vineyard. 

The name of the Cuvée 1522 Grand Cru by Philipponnat refers to the date when the Philipponnat family settled in the village of Ay.  

The vintage 

The winter was cold and not very sunny, marked by frequent frosts and snowfalls until March. Spring started late, with an exceptionally cold and rainy May, slowing the growth of the vine. The delayed flowering took place in mid-June in the early terroirs, under cold and rainy conditions, with low to moderate yields. The later terroirs flowered at the end of June under better conditions. After a very wet June, the summer remained warm and sunny, allowing good maturity. The harvest began on October 5th in Mareuil-sur-Ay, offering a fresh and elegant vintage. 

Vinification and ageing 

Made from the finest vineyards of the House, this exceptional cuvée is partly vinified in wood without malolactic fermentation to preserve its freshness and develop its complexity. Benefiting from eight years of ageing on lees, this 2013 vintage champagne is a refined expression of the minerality, freshness, and balance of the greatest Champagne terroirs. Its dosage is 4.25 gr/litre. 

Blend 

Pinot noir (70%) 
Chardonnay (30%).