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R. H. Coutier, Champagne Tradition Brut, NV (375ml)

Name: R. H. Coutier, Champagne Tradition Brut, NV (375ml)
Brand: R. H. Coutier
SKU: NYC-POL-`FCO146`-021726-375ml2
Price: 39.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Sparkling Wine from Champagne, France

by R. H. Coutier

$39.99

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R.H. Coutier represents one of Champagne's finest grower producers—the Coutier family has farmed vineyards in the grand cru village of Ambonnay since 1619. The NV (non-vintage) Tradition Brut indicates a blend of multiple vintages, allowing consistent quality year-to-year. The 40 different vineyard parcels—all within Ambonnay—average 38 years old, contributing depth and consistency. Recent organic conversion (beginning 2019, AB certification expected 2023) reflects the family's commitment to quality and sustainability. The traditional Champagne method—bottle fermentation, extended lees aging—creates the complexity and elegance expected from a serious grower. For those seeking sophisticated grower Champagne, this wine demonstrates Ambonnay's distinctive character.

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Professional Reviews

Antonio Galloni

AG 91

"The NV Brut Tradition Grand Cru is stellar. Kirsch, dried flowers, spice, dried pear and mint all show a slightly burnished quality that makes me think it is best suited to near term drinking. I don't imagine ageability will be a problem, however, as most bottles will likely be long gone before that is an issue. The richness and breadth of Ambonnay Pinot are very much in evidence. There are no hard edges to this vinous, heady Champagne from Coutier. This release is 60% 2015 and 40% reserve wines." -Antonio Galloni

Robert Parker

RP 91

"Disgorged in October 2020 with six grams per liter dosage, the latest rendition of Coutier's NV Brut Grand Cru Tradition is based on the 2013 vintage, complemented by fully 40% reserve wines. Exhibiting notions of waxy orchard fruit, honeycomb, mint, tangerine oil and fresh pastry, it's medium to full-bodied, bright and pillowy, with tangy acids and a fleshy core of fruit. Full of flavor and character, this is a fine effort." -William Kelley

What importer Polaner Selections has to say about this wine...

Blend
Varietal Notes
80% Pinot Noir, 20% Chardonnay
Vineyard
80% Pinot, 20% Chardonnay and all is estate-fruit from Ambonnay, one of the largest Grand Cru villages. The Coutier family was the first family to plant Chardonnay in this famed Pinot-centric village.
Orientation
Vineyards in Ambonnay mostly south and south-east facing, producing a warmer microclimate for the grapes.
Soil
Ambonnay soils have more clay, coupled with the strong influence of the chalky limestone subsoils.
Viticulture
EU certififed ORganic soince 2023
Vinification
60% 2022 base vintage, with some reserve from previous vintages. Stainless steel; 100% malolactic.
Aging
24 months minimum; 8.g/l dosage; disgorged January 2025

Details

Grape Variety

Chardonnay , Pinot Noir
Vintage

NV
Size

375ml
Sweetness

Dry
Body

Light Bodied

Champagne

Champagne boasts some of the world’s greatest luxury brands with Krug, Cristal and, of course, Dom Perignon. But it’s also home to hundreds of small dynamic producers—farmers who grow their own grapes (often organically) and make (often with natural methods) tiny amounts of pure and absolutely delicious wine that reflect the individual personalities of their villages and terroirs. Toast with these wines, for sure. But also treat them like the great wines they are: taste, drink, explore!

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