Jacquinot Symphonie Rose 2013 (750ml)
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Country/ Region:
Champagne, France
Background:
Pierre Jacquinot developed the family vineyard just after first world war, at the same time becoming a grape broker and Champagne wine merchant. In 1929 Pierre Jacquinot set up his own pressing centre and started to make wine. In 1947 with his 2 sons Jacques and Jean-Guy he created the brand Champagne Jacquinot et Fils. The family business was set up in the Epernay cellar. Jacques Jacquinot looked after sales and Jean-Guy developed the vineyard which today covers 17 ha and makes wines of the highest quality. Jean-Manuel Jacquinot, Jean-Guy’s son, Oenologist in charge of production since 1998 is now running the Estate with the help of François Nicolet, Jacques’s son-in-law.
Winemaking:
This rosé is made only when the climate is suitable to grow the very best quality Pinot Noir.The blend is of 50 % of Pinot (30 % of Blanc de Noirs and 20 % of Red wine from Pinot Noir from our estate) to give the colour and the fruity character, and 50 % of Chardonnay to keep a nice freshness. The Malolactic fermentation has not been done.
Grapes: 50% of Pinot (30% of Blanc de Noirs and 20% of Red wine from Pinot Noir from our estate), 50% of Chardonnay
Tasting note:
It is a pink, fruity rosé colour. This Champagne with nice, tiny bubbles and a creamy mousse supports the nice red fruit aromas, mainly raspberries and cherries. The length on the palate reveals a very distinct freshness.
This Champagne is ideal as an appetizer, and pairs well with a fresh fruit salad or a chocolate cake, but can also pair with white meats and follow a complete diner.
Food Pairing:
Pair this elegant, aged bubbly with luxurious, savory, and lightly sweet dishes. For example, lemon or apple tarts, fruit pavlova, or light, delicate pastries. Avoid heavy chocolate desserts, as they can overpower the Champagne's crisp finish.
Scores:
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Award: Gilbert et Gaillard 91/100 Gold medal Singapore 2019 Gold medal
SYMPHONIE ROSE MILLESIME2007 Gold Medal Wine Guide Gilbert & Gaillard 2013
SYMPHONIE ROSE MILLESIME 2005 Gold Medal Wine Guide Gilbert & Gaillard 2012
Grand Prix d’ Excellence of the Vinalies French Oenologist Wine Competition 2011 (11 Grand Prix only on 700 Champagnes tasted)
Jacquinot Symphonie Rose 2013 (750ml)
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- HKD 680.00
Product Details
HISTORY of the Family Jacquinot
Pierre Jacquinot and his two sons, Jacques and Jean-Guy, created Champagne Jacquinot & Fils in 1947. Pierre was seriously injured in WWI by a mustard gas attack when he was just 18 years old, and so he decided to convert his physically demanding family farm into a vineyard once he returned from the war. Once returned from the war, he also became a grape broker for Champagne Mercier, which required him to buy and sell grapes from the local grape growers. In 1929, he set up his own pressing centre to process the purchased grapes. As he was injured in the war, he spent his winters on the French Riviera to rest and recover. To sustain himself during the winters, he sold Champagne for Champagne Watteau. After the Second World War, Pierre and his two sons decided to produce their own Champagne since they already had all of the necessary supplies: a vineyard, a pressing centre, a small winery and a network of customers. At that time, it was impossible to make and sell Champagne from any town other than Reims or Epernay, and so that is why they purchased this winery here in Epernay. Today, our family has 17 ha (42 acres) of vines, and we grow the traditional three Champagne varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Jean-Manuel Jacquinot, the son of Jean-Guy, has been the oenologist and wine maker at Champagne Jacquinot since 1998, and became the executive director in 2009. François Nicolet, Jacques’ son-in-law, joined the company in 2009 as the marketing manager.
GRAPE GROWING
Jacquinot is now certified VITICULTURE DURABLE EN CHAMPAGNE (Sustainable Viticulture in Champagne).
This eco-friendly designation is the greenest designation one can receive in Champagne.
