Fine Champagne Vsop Gold Label Bottled 1970s
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Ready to drink now. As a distilled spirit, it does not mature further in the bottle and will remain stable indefinitely if kept upright and away from direct light and temperature fluctuations.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Dark chocolate desserts, rich blue cheeses, and artisanal cured meats.
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Established in 1724, the house of Rémy Martin has long been synonymous with the prestigious 'Fine Champagne' designation, a protected appellation requiring a blend of eaux-de-vie exclusively from the Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne crus, with at least 50% from Grande Champagne. This specific VSOP Gold Label, bottled during the 1970s, represents a historic era of production. Distilled from Ugni Blanc grapes using traditional Charentais copper alembic stills and aged in toasted Limousin oak casks, this bottling has spent decades in glass. Over time, spirits in bottle undergo a subtle evolution known as 'old bottle effect,' softening the oak influence and integrating notes of dried apricot, warm vanilla, leather, and a delicate rancio that distinguishes vintage bottlings from their modern counterparts.
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Founded in 1724 by the French winegrower of the same name, Rémy Martin is one of the oldest and most prestigious Cognac houses, based in the historic town of Cognac, France. The house is uniquely celebrated for its exclusive focus on Cognac Fine Champagne, sourcing grapes solely from the prestigious Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne crus to craft spirits of exceptional aging potential. Utilizing traditional double distillation on the lees in small copper pot stills, Rémy Martin ages its eaux-de-vie in toasted Limousin oak casks to develop its signature rich, aromatic profile. This meticulous craftsmanship culminates in world-renowned masterpieces, ranging from their classic VSOP and XO expressions to the legendary, ultra-premium Louis XIII.