INTRODUCTION
THE
COLLECTION
Lallier Millésimés collection features the most elevated experiences of Champagne terroir individuality; extraordinary wines made up exclusively of the most well-balanced juices of a given year, using the finest grapes from the greatest terroirs to offer the best the vines have to offer. Each Lallier Millesimé reflects the encounter of a handle of magnificent Grand Crus – among which, Verzenay, Aÿ, Bouzy, Ambonnay, Avize, Cramant, Chouilly and Oger.
MILLÉSIMÉ : PAST AND PRESENT
Since 1999, Lallier has released 10 Millésimé blends, each reflecting the highest excellence of a remarkable year. Each Millésimé offers a slightly different character based on the harvest, but upholds the balance of purity, intensity, freshness and depth that makes it a definitive Lallier Champagne. Currently, Millésimé 2016 is available for purchase.
MILLÉSIMÉ 2016
A delicate and pure expression of the 2016 harvest, with an harmonious blend of three complementary Grands Crus: Oger (Côte des Blancs), Verzenay (Montagne de Reims) and Aÿ (Vallée de la Marne).
The 2016 harvest presented a dichotomy, cool and wet conditions characterised the first half, followed by a shift to dry and hot weather during the latter period, crucial for grape ripening. Surprisingly, this transition to favourable conditions came after a challenging spring and early summer. Harvesting began on September 10th under excellent conditions, resulting in the collection of exceptionally healthy grapes with optimal ripeness.
ID Card
- BLEND
100% of wines from 2016
Grape variety
75% Pinot Noir25% Chardonnay
Aging
Min. 7 years
Dosage
7 g/L
Disgorgement
Min. 6 months before shipment
MILLÉSIMÉ 2014
An outstanding expression entirely made from the finest grapes from 2014’s harvest.
Lallier Millésimé 2014 boasts six Grand Cru vineyards from the Côte des Blancs (Cramant, Avize and Oger), the Montagne de Reims (Ambonnay and Verzenay) and Aÿ.
“2014 was a comparatively warm year, especially in the spring and during the ripening period. After a capricious summer, the harvest thrived in ideal climatic conditions – sunny, slightly warm days contrasted with perfectly cool, dry nights. Thanks to excellent quantity of grapes, the team was able to use qualitative sorting, bringing only the best grapes to the presses.” – Cyrille Diniz, Vine and Wine Director
ID Card
- BLEND
100% wines from 2014
GRAPE VARIETY
73% Pinot Noir
27% ChardonnayAging
Min. 7 years
Dosage
8 g/L
Disgorgement
Min. 6 months before shipment
HOW TO DRINK MILLÉSIMÉ
THE RIGHT GLASS
The ideal Milésimé Champagne glass slowly releases the bouquet of scents and effervescence of the liquid. It sits between a flute and a wine glass: a long leg, wide bowl, and a narrow opening.
THE RIGHT TEMPERATURE
To reveal the full potential of this Champagne, serving temperature should sit between 10°C and 12°C. Anything colder will limit the wine’s full expression.
HOW TO PAIR MILLÉSIMÉ
The unique depth and unparalleled long-lasting aromas of Champagne Lallier Millésimés make it an irresistible accompaniment for fine dining, elevating the most rare and refined dishes and sophisticated compositions.
- White fish fillet or tartar : sole, seabream, seabass
- Roasted chicken or turkey
- Cave-aged cheeses such as Comté, Parmesan or Mimolette