Description
The 2014 Dame de Carreau Cuvée Bonnes Bondes Extra Brut Millésime, Champagne, France, channels both the poetic history of its namesake vineyard and the bold, vinous power of a singular blanc de noirs. Grown on the elevated slopes of one of Celles-sur-Ource’s finest plots, this Champagne offers a profound expression of Pinot Noir purity, structure, and richness. With fruit sourced from 50-year-old vines and handled with minimal intervention, the wine tells a story of dedication to terroir, vintage identity, and artisanal excellence.
Product Details:
- Winemaker: Oriane Carreau
- ABV: 12%
- Dosage: Extra Brut (4 g/L residual sugar)
- Grape Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
- Soil Type: Clay and limestone
- Vine Age: 50 years (average)
- Vineyard Site: Les Bondonnots (“Bonnes Bondes”), 200m above Celles-sur-Ource
- Farming: Organic/Biodynamic (uncertified)
- Fermentation: Native yeasts; low-intervention vinification
- Aging Vessel: Stainless steel
- Fining/Filtering: Unfined; filtered (0.5 microns)
- Sulfites: 36 mg/L
- Vegan-Friendly: Yes
Sensory :
Powerful and precise, this blanc de noirs opens with a complex nose of salted butter caramel, crème brûlée, dried apricot, and spice. The mousse is fine and vigorous, giving way to a generous mid-palate of roasted stone fruits and hints of pastry cream, all balanced by a backbone of zesty minerality. The finish is long, dry, and persistent, marked by a remarkable freshness that echoes the high-elevation site and careful élevage.
Winemaker’s Background:
Oriane Carreau returned to her family’s six-hectare estate 15 years ago to work alongside her father Lionel. Together, they have cultivated a regenerative, low-intervention approach that focuses on the long-term health of their vines and the transparency of their wines. Oriane’s work centers on a trio of values: championing distinct vineyard parcels, showcasing exceptional vintages, and uplifting rare grape expressions. With just 1.92 hectares in production for Dame de Carreau, Oriane’s Champagnes embody both heritage and forward-thinking precision.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve at 46–50°F in a tulip glass to highlight the wine’s texture and aromatic range. Ideal pairings include duck breast with cherry reduction, aged Manchego, roasted root vegetables, or simply as a contemplative apéritif with marcona almonds and sea salt.
2014 Dame de Carreau Cuvée Bonnes Bondes Extra Brut Millésime, Champagne, France is more than a vintage Champagne; it’s a snapshot of passion, place, and time. With its structure, poise, and expressive power, it stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of the Carreau family and the iconic vineyard that inspired it.
