Ambonnay
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2030
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Pairs beautifully with roasted poultry, seared duck breast, or rich seafood dishes such as seared scallops with butter sauce.
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the legendary slopes of the Montagne de Reims, the Nicolas Feuillatte Grand Cru Ambonnay celebrates one of Champagne's most revered terroirs. Ambonnay is historically celebrated for its south-facing, sun-drenched vineyards and chalky soils, which coax unparalleled power, structure, and vinous depth from Pinot Noir—the village's signature grape. Nicolas Feuillatte selects pristine fruit from this Grand Cru village to craft a Champagne of remarkable intensity. Typically dominated by Pinot Noir, often supported by a touch of Chardonnay for balance, this cuvée undergoes extensive cellar aging on its lees. This patient maturation marries the natural red-fruit opulence and spice of Ambonnay Pinot Noir with complex, autolytic notes of toasted brioche, honey, and roasted nuts, reflecting a rich heritage of cooperative excellence and meticulous terroir expression.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1976 by visionary entrepreneur Nicolas Feuillatte and joined with the Centre Vinicole de la Champagne, Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte is headquartered in Chouilly near Épernay. As Champagne's preeminent cooperative union, the house unites thousands of dedicated winegrowers across diverse premier and grand cru terroirs. The house balances modern technical precision with deep artisanal respect to craft an expressive, fruit-forward, and remarkably consistent range of Champagnes. Its portfolio is celebrated worldwide for its vibrant Brut Réserve, nuanced vintage expressions, and the iconic, dimpled-bottle prestige cuvée, Palmes d'Or.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier