VILMART & Cie Brut 'Coeur de Cuvee' 1er Cru 2014 Bottle

Description

The 2014 Vilmart & Cie Coeur de Cuvée is a remarkable Champagne crafted from 60-year-old vines planted in Rilly-la-Montagne. Made from only the finest heart of the juice, it undergoes fermentation and maturation in oak casks, followed by nearly six years aging on the lees, resulting in profound depth, concentration, and richness. Aged with a focus on sustainability, avoiding chemicals and promoting biodiversity, it reflects a complex, gastronomic style. Disgorged in March 2021, it shows a rich nose of apricot, baked apple, spice, chamomile, and honey, with a balanced, elegant palate that melds power and poise. Critics praise its energy and finesse, awarding it 94 points from VINOUS, with a recommended drinking window from 2022 to 2030.

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Vilmart Coeur de Cuvée 2014 is an extraordinary cuvée made from 60-year-old vines planted in Rilly-la-Montagne. The name is derived from the fact that only the heart of the cuvée is used, meaning that only the finest portion of juice is used, resulting in a very refined fruit expression. Winemaking and maturation is carried out in oak casks, and the bottled champagne is then aged on lees for almost 6 years. The result is champagne of profound depth, with great concentration and richness. It is most certainly a complex, gastronomic style of champagne.

In an effort to farm sustainably and promote biodiversity, this respected grower excludes the use of chemical fertiliser, herbicides, and insecticides in the vineyard.

VINOUS 94 points
Drinking Window 2022 - 2030
From: The 2022 Champagne New Releases (May 2022)
The 2014 Brut Coeur de Cuvée impresses with its density and overall energy. Apricot, baked apple tart, spice, chamomile and lightly honeyed accents all meld together. The 2014 is deep and beautifully centered, with tons of poise and impeccable balance. It's a pretty big wine by Vilmart standards, and yet all the elements are so well put together. The blend is 80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Noir. Disgorged: March, 2021.

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ABOUT VILMART & CIE
Vilmart & Cie is a prestigious Champagne house located in the Montagne de Reims region of Champagne, France. Founded in 1890 by the Vilmart family, this winery is renowned for its commitment to producing high-quality, artisanal champagnes that reflect the unique terroir and traditional craftsmanship of the region. The estate covers approximately 11 hectares of vineyards, predominantly planted with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, which are carefully cultivated using sustainable farming practices.

Under the guidance of winemaker and owner, Laurent Vilmart, the estate has gained acclaim for its focus on exceptional quality through meticulous vineyard management and winemaking techniques. Vilmart & Cie produces champagnes that are known for their complexity and elegance, employing a mix of traditional and innovative methods. The wines undergo a fermentation process using only the first pressing of the grapes, and many expressions age on their lees for extended periods, enhancing their depth and character.

Vilmart & Cie is particularly noted for its use of oak barrels in the aging process, which adds a luxurious texture and subtle complexity to the champagnes. The house’s flagship cuvée, Grande Réserve, exemplifies this commitment to quality, offering a balanced profile with rich fruit flavours and a refined finish.

Believing in the importance of terroir, Vilmart & Cie crafts wines that embody the unique characteristics of the Montagne de Reims, making each bottle a true expression of its origins. The house has earned multiple accolades and a loyal following among champagne enthusiasts, solidifying its reputation as a leading producer in the Champagne industry. With an emphasis on tradition and excellence, Vilmart & Cie invites you to explore the rich tapestry of flavours that define its extraordinary champagnes.