Champagne Brut Nature 1er Cru “H09” (2009) - M. Hostomme
This refined wine is produced in France, in the Champagne wine region, famous the world over for its high-quality sparkling wines. The year 2009 shown on the bottle refers to the vintage in which the grapes were harvested, which was particularly good for Champagne production. The term "Brut Nature" means that the sparkling wine has no added sugar, making it a perfect choice for anyone who prefers a dry, less sweet taste.
Champagne Brut Nature 1er Cru “H09” (2009) - M. Hostomme
Type: Sparkling wine or Champagne
Area: France, Champagne, Côte des Blancs
Appellation: Champagne AOC
Grape variety: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
Vintage: 2009
Winery: M. Hostomme
Alcohol: 12%
The appellation: Champagne AOC
The Champagne AOC is one of the most prestigious and widely recognised appellations in the world, a symbol of excellence in the production of Metodo Classico sparkling wines. Officially established in 1936, this appellation protects the production of sparkling wines made exclusively in the historic Champagne region, in north-eastern France. The term "Champagne" is not just a geographical name, but a globally recognised mark of quality. Strict production rules ensure that every bottle of Champagne AOC meets the very highest standards of quality, tradition and authenticity.
Find out more about Champagne AOCWhat to eat with Champagne Brut Nature 1er Cru “H09”
Who makes it: M. Hostomme
The Hostomme family settled in Chouilly (Grand Cru, Côte des Blancs) in 1500. It was at the beginning of the twentieth century that Marcel Hostomme launched the M. Hostomme brand, in 1930, consolidating a winemaking vision focused on quality Chardonnay.Today Laurent and Christelle Hostomme lead the maison with a family-run yet rigorous approach: around 15 ha under HVE certification, practices that respect biodiversity and a refined stylistic quest.
Find out more about M. HostommeThe vine of Champagne Brut Nature 1er Cru “H09”
Chardonnay
Chardonnay is one of the most widely planted and prestigious white grape varieties in the world, originally from Burgundy, in France. Thanks to its great adaptability to different climates and soils, Chardonnay is grown in many wine regions, expressing unique characteristics according to the terroir and the winemaking style.
Find out morePinot Noir
Pinot Noir is one of the most fascinating and noble black grape varieties in the world. Famous for its elegance and complexity, this variety is at the heart of some of the most prestigious wines on the globe, particularly the wines of Burgundy and Champagne AOC. Its versatility and its ability to reflect the terroir make it one of the varieties most loved by winemakers and wine lovers alike.
Find out morePinot Meunier
Pinot Meunier is one of the three main varieties used in the production of Champagne, together with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Although historically considered less prestigious than the other two, Pinot Meunier is today gaining more and more recognition for its versatility and for the fundamental contribution it makes to the creation of elegant, fruity cuvées.
Find out moreChampagne Brut Nature 1er Cru “H09”: the terroir of the Côte des Blancs
Côte des Blancs
The Côte des Blancs is one of the most prestigious wine areas of Champagne, south of the town of Épernay, in France. This area is renowned for its vineyards devoted almost exclusively to the Chardonnay variety, which finds here a perfect terroir in which to express elegance, freshness and minerality. The limestone hills and the ideal exposure to the sun ensure the production of exceptional Blanc de Blancs Champagne, known for its finesse and longevity.
Find out more about Côte des BlancsClimate: Continental
Altitude: Low Altitude (0-200 m above sea level)
Soil: Limestone / chalk
Geographical setting: Hilly
Profile of Champagne Brut Nature 1er Cru “H09”
Primary aromas: Citrus, Green apple, Hazelnut
Secondary aromas: Brioche, Butter, Yeast, almonds
Tertiary aromas: Confectioner's custard, Honey, Flint
Tasting notes: This Champagne is a vintage gem, full of elegance and refinement. The wine has a pale golden colour, with a fine, persistent perlage. On the nose, it offers a complex bouquet of citrus, green apple, toasted and mineral notes. In the mouth, it is soft and creamy, with a balanced structure and a long, persistent finish. Its lively acidity and freshness make it a delightful wine of great class. Perfect as an aperitif, it pairs beautifully with oysters and seafood.
| Sulphites | yes |
| Body | Medium |
| Acidity | High |
| Tannin | Absent |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Finish | Long |
| Colour | Golden yellow |
| Clarity | Clear |
Winemaking methods used for Champagne Brut Nature 1er Cru “H09”
Metodo Classico
The Metodo Classico is a refined sparkling winemaking technique used to produce high-quality sparkling wines. This method, also known as méthode champenoise (when speaking of Champagne), involves a second fermentation in the bottle, which gives the wine its characteristic fine, persistent bubbles, together with complex aromas and an elegant structure.
Find out morePartial malolactic fermentation
Malolactic fermentation (MLF) is a natural process in which lactic bacteria turn malic acid (sharper, typical of green apple) into lactic acid (softer, similar to yoghurt). When this process is carried out partially, only a share of the malic acid is converted, or only part of the wine undergoes the fermentation, while the rest remains untouched. Partial malolactic fermentation is a technical and stylistic choice, adopted to obtain wines that are more complex yet fresh, in which softness and acid tension, volume and vivacity coexist.
Find out moreSecond fermentation in the bottle
Second fermentation in the bottle is the distinctive stage of the Metodo Classico (or Champenoise), the technique used to produce high-quality sparkling wines. After a first fermentation that gives rise to a base wine, the wine is bottled with the addition of a “liqueur de tirage” (a mixture of sugar and yeasts) which starts a new fermentation directly in the bottle, responsible for the natural formation of the bubbles. This practice lies behind some of the world's most refined wines, such as Champagne, Franciacorta, Trento DOC and Crémant.
Find out moreAgeing methods used for Champagne Brut Nature 1er Cru “H09”
In bottle (over 36 months)
Ageing in bottle for more than 36 months is a practice reserved for wines for long laying down, designed for those seeking depth, finesse and maximum aromatic development. During this extended period, the wine matures sheltered from light and oxygen, letting time do its work in silence. This stage is particularly important for vintage wines, riservas and great classics, which in this way reach a perfect balance between intensity, elegance and sensory complexity.
Find out moreTime on the lees for Champagne Brut Nature 1er Cru “H09”
- Very long (over 36 months)