Domaine Alexandre Bonnet - Coteaux Champenois blanc 2022
15/20
Jancis Robinson
“An exclusive cuvée—discover the essence of the Les Riceys terroir”
This blend of Pinot Noir (vinified as a white wine) and Chardonnay expresses the pure, mineral character of the marl-limestone terroir of Les Riceys. It features a complex nose with notes of ripe pineapple, candied citrus peel, and a subtle floral bouquet. The palate is beautifully balanced, offering remarkable freshness and superb length.
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Eye
A clear, luminous color, yellow with green and gold highlights
Nose
The nose opens with subtle, well-integrated oak notes, followed by hints of ripe pineapple and candied citrus peel, with a subtle floral bouquet
Palate
Beautiful body, rich and enveloping texture, superb length on the palate, fresh finish, perfectly balanced
Serve
At 8°-10°C
Open
Let it breathe before serving, either in the bottle or in the glass
Drink before
2026 for a fresh profile and 2029 for greater complexity
Food and wine pairings
Serve with langoustine ravioli, sea bass with lemon butter, filet mignon with dried apricots, or a selection of fine aged cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 3 stars (A high-quality product that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
This winery in Les Riceys has completely overhauled its operations, adopting a “domain” model with numerous single-vineyard wines inspired by the Burgundian style. It specializes in red grapes (though it produces a respectable white blend, “Harmonie de Blancs,” made from Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay) and, in particular, a delicious saignée rosé—that is, one made by starting the winemaking process as a red wine rather than, as is more often the case in Champagne, through a blend of red and white wines. The champagnes have gradually gained depth of flavor and finesse of texture.
Decanter
Rated Winery Recommended
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Rated Category: Recommended (Recommended)
About the estate:
The village lies at the far end of the Laignes Valley, on the border between Champagne and Burgundy. It is a land of hillsides that people have patiently shaped for viticulture over the centuries. Its history and its name are diverse, yet its reputation is singular: Les Riceys. On the steepest slopes of Champagne, the Kimmeridgian limestone gives the Pinot Noirs of Les Riceys the unique character that has earned its three appellations their reputation: Champagne, Coteaux-Champenois, and Rosé-des-Riceys. Here, the Alexandre Bonnet estate produces some of the most prized wines of the Côte des Bar.
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated (2024 guide) 15/20 (2021 vintage)
Rated: Recommended