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Amour de Deutz Brut 2013

Origin: Champagne, France
Wine Type: Sparkling (Champagne)
Grape Composition: Chardonnay (100%)
Vintage: 2013
Alcohol: Approx. 12% ABV
Serving Temperature: 8°-10°C

WRI: 9.2/10

(Wine Rating Index)

Tasting Notes: Amour de Deutz 2013 is a refined Blanc de Blancs Champagne defined by precision, freshness, and mineral clarity. It favours balance and finesse over power, offering a composed and age-worthy expression of prestige Champagne.

Food Pairing: Amour de Deutz 2013 pairs best with refined, delicately flavoured dishes that highlight its freshness and precision: oysters and shellfish, caviar and blinis, sushi and sashimi, Lobster, crab, or scallops, light poultry dishes with citrus or cream-based sauces, soft fresh cheeses (Brillat-Savarin, young Comté).

Sensory Profile:

Nose: Fresh citrus zest, white flowers, green apple, and crushed chalk, followed by subtle brioche, almond, and hazelnut notes from extended ageing.
Palate: Crisp and precise with fine, persistent mousse. Bright acidity frames flavours of lemon, stone fruit, and mineral salinity, balanced by restrained creaminess and excellent structural tension.
Aftertaste: Long, dry, and elegant, with lingering citrus, mineral freshness, and refined autolytic notes.