Domaine Collet - Empreinte de Terroir
1*Étoile
Hachette
15/20
Bettane & Desseauve
15/20
Gault & Millau
"Festive Bubbles!"
“Dominated by Chardonnay, this cuvée offers a lively, characterful bouquet of fresh, spicy stone fruits and citrus. On the palate, it is full-bodied and creamy with velvety textures and a chalky, mineral finish. Serve as an aperitif or with souffléed sand sole.” (Gault & Millau Vins 2021)
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Eye
Light yellow dress
Nose
Expressive, with aromas of pear, brioche, white flowers, and vanilla
Palate
Delicate and light with elegant bubbles, beautifully refreshing with hints of lemon
Serve
At 8-10°C
Drink before
2024
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy as an aperitif, with pan-seared scallops, poultry in a creamy sauce, goat cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated 15/20 (Very good wine)
Selected Estate (An estate or winery that has impressed us with one or more of its wines, though we are unable to offer a general assessment of the style of its entire lineup)
About the wine:
With chalky notes and a hint of citrus, this is a sparkling wine perfect for an aperitif.
About the estate:
In the heart of the Sézanne coast, brothers Vincent, Thomas, and Florent Collet have, since the beginning of this century, breathed new life into the family estate, which comprises 15 plots located around Fontaine-Denis. The wines are well-crafted, and the Anthime line—which is aged in oak—stands out from the rest.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2020) 1*Star (Very successful wine)
Rated Estate (2021 Guide) Award-Winning Wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the wine:
This brut owes everything to Chardonnay, a grape variety widely grown in the Sézanne region. Its subtle, slightly mature nose, with notes of citrus and minerality, and its smooth, fresh palate—with good length and perfectly balanced sweetness—where citrus notes blend with white fruit, leave a lasting impression of a well-structured champagne.
About the estate:
In the early 20th century, the Collet family sold their grapes to wine merchants. René Collet, a member of a wine cooperative, launched his own champagne in 1973. His three sons—Thomas, Vincent, and Florent—took over the business between 2001 and 2011 and decided to produce their own cuvées. They own 5 hectares of vineyards in the Sézannais region.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Wine rated (2021 guide) 15/20 (Very good)
Rated Estate (2021 Guide) Recommended (Recommended)
About the wine:
Dominated by Chardonnay, this cuvée offers a lively, characterful bouquet of fresh, spicy stone fruits and citrus. On the palate, it is full-bodied and creamy with velvety textures and a chalky, mineral finish. Serve as an aperitif or with a soufflé of sand sole.
About the estate:
Domaine Collet has a wonderful history: coming from a modest family of winegrowers and farmers in Fontaine-Denis, René Collet simply decided to launch his own brand in 1973. With the help of a large cooperative, he developed the estate by acquiring and planting Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vines, ideally situated in the Fontaine-Denis region. The early 2000s brought changes: two of Mr. Collet’s three sons joined the company, and a new winemaking facility and barrel cellar were built.
Customer Rating
4/5
based on 73 reviews
Review by Mr. BENOIT G. Published on August 27, 2022
Great value for a champagne to enjoy as an aperitif with family or friends.
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Review by Ms. SAMIA G. Published on June 13, 2020
A good value for the price
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Review by Mr. PAUL B. Published on June 2, 2020
An elegant, well-balanced champagne, with lovely, delicate bubbles. What a pleasant surprise!
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Review by Mr. GREGORY P. Posted on April 9, 2020
A complex and pleasant champagne. Enjoy it as an aperitif or with a meal.
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Review by Mr. LUDOVIC C. Published on June 4, 2019
Excellent value for the price
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Review by Mr. ERIC T. Posted on April 29, 2019
It's just as good as Champagnes from top houses at the same price—or even more expensive ones. It's the best because it has more character! I've placed another order!
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Review by Mr. CHARLES M. Posted on April 2, 2019
This wine reminds us that champagne is, in fact, a type of wine. Very good.
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Review by Mr. BRUNO L. Published on March 18, 2019
A beautiful blend, resulting in a very successful and enjoyable wine
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Review and comment by Mr. JOEL V. Posted on February 13, 2019
Value for the money. A smooth texture and distinctive character that really stand out.
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Review by Ms. LAURENCE C. Published on January 13, 2019
Delicious
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