Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Brut Champagne

Product Description

Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Champagne: The Chardonnay Signature of Champagne’s Oldest House

Ruinart Blanc de Blancs is the signature bottle of Maison Ruinart, the oldest established Champagne house, founded in 1729 by Nicolas Ruinart. It’s made entirely from Chardonnay, the house’s signature grape, and it’s a delicate Champagne that balances freshness and roundness. The brand calls it the perfect expression of the Ruinart taste, and it’s a go-to for celebrations, toasts, gifts, and anyone who wants an elegant, crisp bottle that works with seafood and with a quiet evening at home.

Wine critics have been steady fans: reviewers have scored recent releases in the low-to-mid 90s, and Wine Enthusiast called Ruinart a specialist in Blanc de Blancs, finely balanced between maturity and taut, mineral-driven fruit.

How Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Is Made

Ruinart Blanc de Blancs is a blend of 25 to 30 different Chardonnay crus, drawn mostly from the Côte des Blancs, the Montagne de Reims, the Sézannais, and the Vallée de la Vesle, so it captures the diversity of the Champagne terroir. The grapes are hand-harvested, fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, and put through malolactic fermentation. The blend includes 20 to 30% reserve wine from a range of vintages, which gives it consistency and depth. After bottling, it ages in the house’s cellars for 2 to 3 years before release. The dosage is 7 g/L, which keeps it a dry Brut, and it’s bottled at 12.5% ABV.

Tasting Notes

Color: Brilliant pale yellow with hints of almond green and jade.

Nose: Intense aromas of fresh fruit: ripe lemon, juicy pear, and freshly picked peach. A second nose of white flowers, with a spicy touch of ginger and pink peppercorn.

Palate: Balances tension with roundness, with ripe citrus and tropical fruit and an enveloping structure.

Finish: Long and delicate, with a fresh, mineral lift.

Food Pairings

Ruinart recommends pairing Blanc de Blancs with seafood or fish, and its own chefs suggest a citrus sea bass carpaccio. It’s also lovely with oysters, sushi and sashimi, shrimp cocktail, and scallops. For something richer, try it with brie, goat cheese, roast chicken, or buttery popcorn.

Serving Suggestions

Serve it well chilled, around 45 to 50°F, in a tulip-shaped glass to bring out the aromas. It’s ready to drink on release and keeps for a few years. It’s a Champagne for toasting, but it’s also good as an aperitif, with brunch, or as a welcome drink for a dinner party. A single bottle also works as a hostess gift or anniversary present.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Blanc de Blancs mean? It means “white from whites,” a Champagne made entirely from white grapes, in this case 100% Chardonnay.

Is Ruinart Blanc de Blancs dry? Yes, it’s a Brut with a dosage of 7 g/L.

What is the ABV? 12.5%.

Is it a vintage Champagne? No. It’s a non-vintage blend that includes 20 to 30% reserve wine, which keeps the house style consistent from year to year.

How is it different from Dom Ruinart? Dom Ruinart is the house’s prestige cuvée, made from Grand Cru Chardonnay and aged longer. Ruinart Blanc de Blancs is the signature non-vintage bottle.

How long is it aged? 2 to 3 years in the cellars before release.

Is it a good gift? Yes. It’s a recognized, elegant bottle for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, and holidays.

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