Champagne Brut Grand Cru - Palais Des Dames - Maison Tornay
Maison TornayPinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier Champagne Grand Cru 75 cl
CHF 77.35−8%(CHF 103.13/ℓ)
Recommended price: CHF 84.15
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Technical information
- Producer
- Maison Tornay
- Name
- Champagne Grand Cru
- Variety
- Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
- Gradation
- 12.5%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Notes of yeast, white fruit, citrus, almond
- Vinification method
- Classic method with secondary fermentation in bottle
- Aging
- Minimum 3 years on lees
- Type of cask
- Oak barrels and stainless steel
- Residual sugars
- 6-12 g/l
- Color
- Straw yellow with golden reflections
- Serving temperature
- 8-10°C
- Recommended consumption
- Within 5 years from production
- Pairing
- Aperitifs, fish, shellfish, refined dishes
- Region
- Champagne
- Country
- France
- Production area
- Grand Cru, Champagne
- Type
- Dry sparkling wine
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The Champagne Brut Grand Cru of Palais Des Dames, produced by Maison Tornay, is born in the heart of the renowned Champagne region in France. This sparkling wine is made exclusively with grapes from the Grand Cru, the vineyards of excellence recognized for the superior quality of their terroirs. The blend combines classic grape varieties of the denomination, such as Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, enhanced by a long aging on the lees that imparts complexity and richness.
In the glass it presents a fine and persistent perlage, illuminated by delicate golden hues. The bouquet offers notes of ripe white fruit, white flowers, and fragrant bread yeast, while the taste surprises with a balance between freshness, minerality, and a soft creamy structure. This Champagne expresses itself with elegance and refinement, ideal for celebrating special moments or accompanying delicate dishes based on fish, shellfish, and fresh cheeses.
In the glass it presents a fine and persistent perlage, illuminated by delicate golden hues. The bouquet offers notes of ripe white fruit, white flowers, and fragrant bread yeast, while the taste surprises with a balance between freshness, minerality, and a soft creamy structure. This Champagne expresses itself with elegance and refinement, ideal for celebrating special moments or accompanying delicate dishes based on fish, shellfish, and fresh cheeses.
The winery
Maison Tornay
Champagne (Montagne de Reims - Bouzy)Francia
A Champagne house based in Bouzy (Montagne de Reims), producing selected cuvées from Premier Cru and Grand Cru vineyards, led by the Tornay-Hutasse family.
- Grape varieties
- Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
- Based in Bouzy, Montagne de Reims — classified cru: 100% Grand Cru.
- A designated vineyard of 21 hectares, spread across Champagne's most prestigious crus.
- A range of cuvées that includes Brut, Extra Brut, Rosé, Blanc de Blancs, Blanc de Noirs and vintage cuvées.
- Grape selection focused on Premier and Grand Cru; blends based on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
- Online boutique with 12 items listed in the "Bouteilles " section.
The story
This estate is part of the Tornay family tradition; it is based in Bouzy and traces its origins back to the early 19th century. Today Nathalie Tornay-Hutasse represents the fifth generation and, together with her husband Rudy Hutasse, has united the family vineyards to develop the current range.
Production philosophy
The house prioritizes the quality of grapes from recognized crus and produces Champagnes characterized by blends made primarily from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, with an emphasis on authenticity and the expression of the terroir.
Terroir and vineyards
Bouzy, in the Montagne de Reims. The commune of Bouzy is classified 100% Grand Cru, and the estate's vineyard is spread across the area's prestigious crus.