NV21 Dhondt-Grellet – Extra Brut Roc Solare

Product Overview

Origin: Coteaux du Sézannais, France
Region: Champagne — flint-rich (silex) soils around Barbonne-Fayel and Fontaine-Denis.
Winemaker: Dhondt-Grellet — founded in 1986; now run by Adrien Dhondt, voted Winemaker of the Year in 2017, who farms with horse-drawn ploughing and organic/biodynamic methods.
Type: Champagne, Extra Brut
Grape Variety: Approx. 90% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Noir
Volume per Bottle: 750ml

Flavor Profile

• Aroma: Apples and citrus fruit leap from the glass, followed by toasted hazelnut and a faint saline, iodine-like note.
• Taste: A creamy, textured palate built on 45-year-old vines and a réserve perpétuelle dating back to 1986.
• Finish: A precise, mineral and slightly maritime finish.

Why Choose This Bottle?

✔ Rated 95 Points by Wine Advocate
✔ Built on a réserve perpétuelle system that adds layers of complexity to every release
✔ From a family estate farmed with organic and biodynamic care since 1986

Food Pairings

• Seafood & Raw Bar: Recommended with raw fish, sushi and shellfish — an excellent partner for oysters and caviar.
• Seafood Mains: Pairs well with crab, lobster and other seafood.
• Cheese: Enjoyable with fresh, lighter cheeses.