Champagne Ruinart - Champagne - R de Ruinart - Brut - White

Wine:

R de Ruinart is the house’s signature cuvée and a true success story. Crafted from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir sourced from top terroirs, it offers an irresistibly expressive fruit profile, lively bubbles, and impressive depth on the palate. This is a Champagne of perfect harmony, delivering pure indulgence with every sip. Its elegantly rounded bottle has become an icon, a fitting tribute to the artistry and finesse that define Ruinart’s winemaking.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, complete malolactic fermentation. A blend of 40 to 50 wines and composed of 20 to 30% reserve wine. Aged for 2 to 3 years.
Dosage: 7g/l

Color:

Golden yellow, shiny.

Nose:

The nose opens with delicate fruit notes of Reinette apple and apricot, complemented by hints of hazelnut, fresh almond, elderflower, and coriander seed. As it evolves, rich aromas of brioche and biscuits add depth and complexity.

Palate:

Fresh and vibrant, this cuvée offers a beautifully balanced, rounded palate with lasting depth. Flavors of ripe peach and golden plum unfold elegantly, leading to a finish that unmistakably highlights the character of Chardonnay.

Temperature:

Serve between 8 and 10°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Aperitif, poached oysters, grilled scallops, sole meunière, Chaource, Langres, cheeses (Saint Nectaire - Crottin de Chavignol)

Cellar aging:

From now until 2026

Ruinart is the oldest Champagne house, founded in Reims in 1729 by Nicolas Ruinart. Renowned for its intensely aromatic, ultra-fresh Champagnes, the house is defined by its signature Chardonnay-driven style, accented by delicate toasted notes. Elegance and finesse are at the heart of what is known as the “Ruinart taste.”

With its iconic bottle and the prestigious Dom Ruinart cuvée, the house has built a lasting legacy, now overseen by cellar master Frédéric Panaïotis. Fresh, expressive, and effortlessly refined, Ruinart Champagnes—especially the emblematic R de Ruinart—are crafted with precision, fine bubbles, and perfectly balanced dosage. Irresistibly charming, they always leave a lasting impression!