Product Description:
The Pol Roger Brut Rosé Vintage 2018 is a stunning example of craftsmanship, made only in exceptional years. This wine is a blend of 50% Pinot Noir and 35% Chardonnay, sourced from some of the finest vineyards in Champagne. To achieve its delicate, salmon-pink hue and aromatic profile, 15% of the Pinot Noir is vinified “en rouge” from selected vineyards, then added to the blend prior to secondary fermentation. This careful method gives the wine its signature colour and depth.
A slow, cool fermentation at under 18°C ensures the purity of each variety, with full malolactic fermentation enhancing texture and complexity. The wine is then aged in deep, cool cellars, where the slow secondary fermentation occurs. This environment contributes to the champagne’s fine, persistent effervescence, a hallmark of the house. The wine is hand-riddled through remuage, a rare practice that ensures a well-integrated mousse and exceptional clarity.
Maker:
Pol Roger is one of Champagne’s most renowned producers, celebrated for its unwavering commitment to quality, elegance, and tradition. Founded in 1849, the house has remained family-owned and operated for over 170 years, ensuring a continued focus on crafting wines of exceptional character and style. Pol Roger is known for its ability to balance power and finesse, producing wines that are approachable in their youth yet capable of long-term aging.
The house’s winemaking process reflects a dedication to precision and craftsmanship, from meticulous vineyard management to the patient techniques employed in the cellars. With a focus on the finest quality fruit from Premier and Grand Cru vineyards, Pol Roger creates wines that exemplify elegance, complexity, and refinement, showcasing the unique terroirs of Champagne. Their devotion to quality is reflected in every bottle, ensuring that each release is a true expression of the house’s legacy and philosophy.
Philosophy:
Pol Roger's philosophy is rooted in a deep respect for tradition while embracing innovation that enhances the expression of their vineyards. The house is committed to creating wines that reflect the unique terroirs of Champagne, using only the best fruit and employing time-honoured methods to preserve the natural qualities of the grapes.
The art of champagne-making at Pol Roger is a slow and thoughtful process. From cool fermentation to extended aging in their historic cellars, Pol Roger takes the time to ensure that every bottle reaches its full potential. This patient approach, combined with the mastery of blending and maturation, creates wines that are rich in character, elegant in structure, and capable of evolving beautifully over time. Their philosophy ensures that each vintage embodies both tradition and innovation, offering a true sense of place and history.
Tasting Notes:
NOSE
Raspberry, Redcurrant, Exotic Mango
Aromatically intense, this champagne opens with vibrant notes of raspberry, redcurrant, and blackcurrant, intertwined with the exotic aromas of mango and papaya. With time and air, floral notes of rose and honeysuckle emerge, adding further complexity to the nose.
PALATE
Mouth-Filling, Sophisticated, Fresh
On the palate, the wine is mouth-filling with a sophisticated structure, balancing ripe fruit flavours with a refreshing, bright acidity. Despite the evident ripeness, there’s a crisp freshness that suggests a long life ahead for this cuvée.
FINISH
Impressive Length, Elegant Structure
The finish is long and precise, with the fresh acidity enhancing the elegant structure of the wine. The balance between richness and freshness ensures that this rosé will continue to evolve beautifully over time.
The Finer Details
Style - Champagne
Varietal - 50% Pinot Noir, 35% Chardonnay, 15% Pinot Noir
Country - France
Region - Champagne
Vintage - 2018
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 12.5%
Closure - Cork
