Champagne Philipponnat 1522 Grand Brut 2018 (750ml)

Pale gold with a refined, persistent mousse, Cuvée 1522 Grand Cru Brut 2018 (70% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay) opens with a poised, complex bouquet—white cherry, citrus peel, fresh hazelnut, and delicate spice, underpinned by chalk and subtle brioche. Sourced primarily from Grand Cru vineyards in Aÿ (Pinot Noir) and Mesnil-sur-Oger (Chardonnay), the base wines are partially vinified in oak, with no malolactic fermentation to retain tension and ageing potential. The wine spends over 5 years on lees and is finished with a low dosage of 4.25 g/L. The palate is structured yet refined—ripe orchard fruit, citrus oil, and savoury minerality unfold with elegant precision. The finish is long, saline, and harmonious. A noble, age-worthy cuvée—sculpted, expressive, and classically styled.