A Secret De Cave & Cheese Extravaganza
ʙᴏʟᴅ ʙᴜʙʙʟʏ ʙᴀᴅᴀꜱꜱᴇꜱ, ᴘᴀʀᴛɪᴇ ᴜɴ
Une Femme - Une Culture - Un Vin = Champagne Veuve Olivier & Fils
When one #bubblybadass introduces you to another, you sense you’ve met a kindred spirit. That’s how I felt when I was introduced to Sandrine by my BBB @delectabulles at #wineparis this past spring. I was already a fan of her champagnes pre-meet. I must admit, my admiration grew for her & her family instantly upon meeting her and her mother.
As for her champagnes, let me put it this way……When I believe in something, I get very excited. My positive energy is flashing neon obvious and I love nothing more than to talk about it. From the first sip you know you are in for something special.
ᴄʜᴀᴍᴘᴀɢɴᴇ ᴠᴇᴜᴠᴇ ᴏʟɪᴠɪᴇʀ & ꜰɪʟꜱ ꜱᴇᴄʀᴇᴛ ᴅᴇ ᴄᴀᴠᴇ ʙʀᴜᴛ
Champagne Veuve Olivier & Fils is a family-owned Champagne house located in Trélou-sur-Marne, in the Marne Valley of Champagne, France. The house was founded in 1922 by Edmond Olivier. Her great-grandmother purchased the land one parcel at a time through her corsets sales to Paris department stores. Today this 18 hectare estate is run by fourth generation Sandrine Charpentier-Olivier. Their plots are predominantly Meunier, with some Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Secret de Cave is a blend of 40% Meunier, 30% each Pinot Noir and Chardonnay with 20% reserve wine. This is a non-vintage, aged for a minimum of 60 months sur lie.
Pours into the glass a bright golden hue, its effervescence forming a persistent mousse of delicate bubbles that dance elegantly within the glass. The nose is greeted by a symphony of aromas, an invitation to a world of refined elegance. The first impression is one of crisp citrus notes, hints of lemon zest and candied grapefruit peel, ripe red apple, white peach and pear intertwined with delicate floral nuances of honeysuckle. As the wine breathes, layers of complexity unfold, revealing hints of toasted brioche and nuts, cocoa, and buttery goodness, and a subtle touch of minerality. The palate is a harmonious balance of freshness and richness. The initial entry is crisp and lively, so much gorgeously perfect fruit with a vibrant acidity that awakens the senses. The creamy texture amplifies the flavors of white peach, pear, and apple dance across the tongue. Subtle hints of caramel, brioche, dried peach and honey linger on the mid-palate, adding complexity and depth. The finish is long and lingering on notes of toasted hazelnut ginger.
Its balance of freshness, richness, and complexity makes it a versatile wine. My dear friend brought a plethora of cheeses from her cheese shop to pair with this beauty of a Brut. A round table of Piave Vecchio, Delice de Bourgogne, Lazylady Farm - La Petite Tomme, Manchego, French Munster, Quebec Cheddar, Brie with a Center of Truffles & Mascarpone and Comte. We were clearly spoiled with this bubbly and pairing. Santé!
Go to Iola Wines to purchase this beauty and many other wines made by women: Veuve Olivier & Fils Secret de Cave
