Franck Bonville : Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru 2014

The minerality and the smooth complexity of an Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru champagne

The estate

The family-run Champagne House Franck Bonville traces its roots back to 1900 when visionary Alfred Bonville acquired plots of land only a few years after the ravages of phylloxera on the Champagne vineyards.

The house was significantly expanded after 1945 thanks to Franck Bonville, who increased the size of the vineyard and developed the marketing of the first vintages under his name.

Gilles Bonville and his wife represented the third generation at the house, and gradually modernised the estate’s winemaking tools in 1970. After joining his parents in 1996, Olivier Bonville has devoted his attention to modern environmental practices.

The vineyard

This Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru from Franck Bonville stems from a rigorous grape selection from the vineyards of Aviwe, a benchmark Champagne terroir. From its complexity and balance, this cuvée is a pure and refined expression of the 2014 vintage.

The dosage for this Extra Brut champagne is 2.5g/L.

Winemaking and ageing

Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in thermoregulated stainless steel vats.

Blend

Chardonnay (100%).

Characteristics and tasting tips for Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru 2014 from Franck Bonville

Tasting

Nose
The bouquet is complex, releasing delicious scents of licorice, wax, port and fennel.

Palate
The palate has a great elegance, enticing with its freshness, its minty notes and its longevity.

Food and wine pairing

This champagne is an ideal apéritif as well as an accompaniment to a meal.