Réserve Perpétuelle (Non-vintage) - Robert Moncuit

In the heart of Champagne, at Mesnil-sur-Oger, the Robert Moncuit winery keeps a fascinating secret: the Réserve Perpétuelle. This non-vintage wine is the fruit of a tradition going back generations, a method in which new vintages are added to a reserve of older wines. The practice, similar to the solera method, makes a wine that tells the story of time, bringing the nuances of different harvests together in a single bottle. The Réserve Perpétuelle is a tribute to continuity and craftsmanship, a journey through time that reflects the essence of the Mesnil-sur-Oger Grand Cru.

Réserve Perpétuelle (Non-vintage) - Robert Moncuit

Réserve Perpétuelle (Non-vintage) - Robert Moncuit

Type: Sparkling wine or Champagne

Area: France, Champagne, Mesnil-sur-Oger

Appellation: Champagne AOC Grand Cru

Grape variety: Chardonnay

Vintage: Non-vintage

Winery: Robert Moncuit

Alcohol: 12%

The appellation: Champagne AOC Grand Cru

Champagne AOC Grand Cru represents the absolute pinnacle of Champagne, designating wines produced exclusively in the 17 villages classified as Grand Cru, the highest level in the quality scale of the Champagne AOC appellation.

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What to eat with Réserve Perpétuelle

Who makes it: Robert Moncuit

Robert Moncuit is a historic winery in the Champagne region, known for its production of high-quality sparkling wines. Founded in the 20th century, the winery is run by the Moncuit family, who for generations have devoted themselves with passion to viticulture and winemaking.The name "Moncuit" is synonymous with tradition and innovation, representing a perfect balance between respect for the land and the pursuit of quality. Robert Moncuit's philosophy is based on: Artisan excellence, with meticulous attention to detail Respect for the terroir, with sustainable viticultural practices Continuous innovation, to improve the quality of the wines Approachability: wines designed for every occasion

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The vine of Réserve Perpétuelle

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.

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Réserve Perpétuelle: the area of Mesnil-sur-Oger

Mesnil-sur-Oger

Mesnil-sur-Oger

Mesnil-sur-Oger is a small but renowned village in the Champagne region of France. The area is famous for producing high-quality sparkling wines, in particular Champagne. Its winemaking history is steeped in tradition and passion, going back centuries, to when local growers first began planting vines in a particularly favourable spot. Mesnil-sur-Oger is known for its limestone soils, which give the wines a unique minerality and an unmistakable freshness.

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Climate: Continental

Altitude: Low to mid altitude (200–500 m above sea level)

Soil: Limestone / chalk

Geographical setting: Hilly

Profile of Réserve Perpétuelle

Primary aromas: Citrus, White flowers

Secondary aromas: Bread crust, minerals

Tertiary aromas: Honey, Hazelnut

Tasting notes: An elegant Champagne with notes of citrus and white flowers, backed by pleasing minerality and a long finish.

Sulphites yes
Body Mineral
Acidity Medium-high
Tannin Absent
Sweetness Extra Brut
Finish Long
Colour Golden yellow
Clarity Clear

Winemaking methods used for Réserve Perpétuelle

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.

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Ageing methods used for Réserve Perpétuelle

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.

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Time on the lees for Réserve Perpétuelle

  • Very long (over 36 months)