2021 Dhondt-Grellet ‘Les Côtes Au Vent’ Blanc de Noirs Premier Cru Champagne 1er Cru Blanc 750ml

2021 Dhondt-Grellet Les Côtes Au Vent: Premier Cru Blanc de Noirs Mastery

The 2021 Dhondt-Grellet Les Côtes Au Vent Premier Cru Extra Brut 750ml represents an elite grower Champagne of breathtaking tension and cut. In particular, this rare single-terroir cuvée comes from old Pinot Noir vines in the Premier Cru village of Cuis. In addition, the cool and classic 2021 harvest provided razor-sharp precision, vibrant natural acidity, and electric chalky grip.

Tasting Notes for 2021 Dhondt-Grellet Les Côtes Au Vent

The wine opens with pure aromas of wild red berries, lemon confit, white peach, and crushed chalk. Furthermore, delicate hints of ginger, mirabelle plum, and fresh brioche emerge through the pinpoint mousse. On the palate, the vinous texture expands before an electric line of natural acidity cleanses the palate. Consequently, the finish lingers with intense salinity, zero-dosage clarity, and chalky drive.

Key Wine Details

• Producer: Champagne Dhondt-Grellet

• Vintage: 2021

• Appellation: Champagne Premier Cru, Côte des Blancs, France

• Lieu-dit: Les Côtes Au Vent (Cuis Premier Cru)

• Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir

• Format: 750ml

• Cellar Window: Drink now through 2038

Estate History and Heritage

Champagne Dhondt-Grellet was founded in 1986, but rose to international cult stardom under young visionary Adrien Dhondt. Specifically, Adrien took the reins in his early twenties, immediately converting the family’s prime holdings to biodynamic farming. Moreover, he utilizes native yeasts, aging in large oak foudres, and perpetual solera reserves.

Today, Dhondt-Grellet is recognized among the most sought-after artisan grower estates in Champagne. As a result, Les Côtes Au Vent delivers an extraordinarily pure, mineral-driven expression of Premier Cru Blanc de Noirs.