In the glass

Medium-bodiedHigh acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: white flowers, citrus, fresh fruit, light pastry

Palate: chalk, lemon, creamy texture, fresh finish

Ruinart's signature multi-vintage Chardonnay: white flowers and citrus over a chalky, creamy palate with a fresh finish.

What it pairs with

  • Oysters Find oysters on TableJourney →
    Chalk and citrus meet the brine of oysters.
  • Sole meuniere
    Creamy texture and lemon frame white fish.
  • Goat cheese
    White-flower lift balances fresh cheese.

History

Ruinart, the oldest established Champagne house, built its modern identity on Chardonnay; its non-vintage Blanc de Blancs is the house calling card.

  1. 1729 — Ruinart established as the first Champagne house

Facts

Producer
Ruinart
Grapes
Chardonnay (100%)
Classification
AOC Champagne
Oak
Stainless steel; multi-vintage Chardonnay, signature house style
ABV
12.0%
Price
EUR 70 to 95 at retail
Drinking window
now to 8 from release
First vintage
1729

Scores

  • Vinous 91

Tags

chardonnay dry high acid medium body medium term mood elegant mood refreshing occasion aperitivo occasion dinner party old world pairs with oysters pairs with soft cheese pairs with white fish price premium sparkling traditional
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