Delamotte : Collection Blanc de Blancs 2000

A Champagne wine of rare finesse by Delamotte

The estate

Founded in 1760, the Champagne Delamotte House is one of the five oldest houses in Champagne. Located in the heart of the Côte des Blancs, in Mesnil-sur-Oger, the Delamotte House shares the same ambition for excellence as its legendary neighbor, Salon. Under the direction of Didier Depond, both houses benefit from the same sales team, a single vineyard division, and a shared cellar master. Delamotte is thus among the few négociants who, with passion and respect for the environment, tirelessly express the unique terroir of Champagne.

The vineyard

The elegance of Delamotte's style is drawn from the location of its Champagne vineyard. All grapes come from Grands Crus of the Côte des Blancs: Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger, Avize, and Cramant.

The wine

“Vive et me ama”, “Live and love me”. This motto, engraved on the Delamotte House crest, reflects the importance of family heritage and its transmission to future generations. This is the meaning behind these Delamotte Collection cuvées. Rare and exceptional vintages, aged in the underground cellars at Mesnil-sur-Oger, anchor the family's values and perpetuate the history of this house through the ages. Each of these great vintages, called Collection, benefits from extended aging on lees and late disgorgement, only upon request. Hand-labeled, these exceptional bottles are adorned with a black and gold metal plaque.

The vintage

A highly anticipated vintage, 2000 was a challenging year. While favorable spring conditions encouraged healthy and early flowering, heavy rainfall in July, combined with high humidity and hail, damaged some plots and slowed down vine development. Fortunately, the excellent weather in August rebalanced the vegetative cycle and allowed for a harvest of fully ripe grapes. 2000 is a vintage with character, showcasing the generosity and complexity of exceptional cuvées.

Blend

This 2000 vintage champagne is 100% Chardonnay.

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Collection Blanc de Blancs 2000 from Maison Delamotte

Tasting

Collection Blanc de Blancs 2000 by Delamotte charms with its suppleness, density, and extreme delicacy.

Food and wine pairings

This champagne is the perfect companion for a langoustine carpaccio, poultry with truffles, or a creamy turbot fillet with fresh mushrooms.

Serving

For optimal tasting, serve at 10-12°C.