Champagne Tellier - Cramant Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 2019

Grapes

Chardonnay (100%)

Tasting Notes

The pale-yellow robe with gorgeous green reflections is intensely vibrant, joyful and petulant. 

The first nose is addictive, offering an open bouquet of pear, jasmine, lemongrass and biscuit, which herald both the freshness and the complexity of the wine. Upon aeration, the “smoky/wooden” base notes stand out more clearly, accompanied by luscious exotic aromas (mango and vanilla), roasted hazelnuts, a iodine whiff and delicate roasting.

The attack is wide and pleasant, and the palate offers a delicious, well-structured and mellow texture. Thickness and energy infuse the wine, while the effervescence and the dosage are perfectly blended into this expressive body, endowed with a lovely grain, a texture akin to linen. Once again, the palate reveals aromas of grapefruit, vanilla and pear. The second part of the tasting is mainly driven by the qualitative and extremely palatable acidity.

The finish is remarkably long (persistence of around 10 seconds), clean and pure, and lingers like a limestone caress adorned with silky tannins. It concludes the tasting with a delightful and salty aftertaste.

Serve in a large glass. This cuvée matches perfectly with grilled fish and firm shellfish (red mullet, cod, anglerfish, swordfish, tuna, bonito fish, lobster…), accompanied with exotic notes (passion fruit, vanilla, citrus, mango…), and why not try pairing it with delicious goat cheeses such as Selle-sur-Cher or Pouligny-Saint-Pierre.

Expert Reviews

92/100 - Robert Parker Wine Advocate
"Crisp and elegant, with fine bubbles and notes of green apple, citrus, and a hint of brioche. It has a long, mineral-driven finish "

More About The Winery 

Located in Moussy near Épernay, between the Montagne de Reims and the Côte des Blancs, Champagne Tellier is a rising grower estate at the heart of the region. With 7 hectares in Moussy and Pierry (the historic Domaine des Conardins) and another 2 hectares across Chavot, Fontaine/Aÿ, and Cramant, the domaine farms 13 plots, each vinified separately to showcase its unique terroir.

The vineyards are planted primarily to Pinot Meunier (59%), balanced with Chardonnay (35%) and a touch of Pinot Noir (6%). Deeper soils over chalk in Moussy and Pierry give wines structure and length, while the chalky terroirs of Chavot, Aÿ, and Cramant bring elegance, minerality, and finesse.

A new chapter began in 2014, when the estate was acquired by the Moulin and Cathiard families, bringing fresh vision and energy. Today, Champagne Tellier is celebrated for Champagnes that combine power, elegance, and precise terroir expression, crafted with respect for nature and tradition.