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Champagne Grand Cru Millésime 2016 Egly-Ouriet
The Egly-Ouriet Champagne Grand Cru Millésime 2016 embodies the purest expression of the maison’s unmistakable style. Sourced entirely from Grand Cru vineyards in Ambonnay, Bouzy and Verzenay for Pinot Noir, and from Vrigny and Bisseuil for Chardonnay, this vintage reflects Francis Égly’s uncompromising philosophy and meticulous craftsmanship. The 2016 vintage, widely considered one of the decade’s finest, delivered grapes of remarkable ripeness and mineral freshness. Egly captured this duality through full vinification in oak barrels, deliberately avoiding malolactic fermentation to preserve tension, aromatic precision and age-worthy structure.
On the palate, it reveals impressive depth: ripe yellow fruit, delicate spices, brioche, candied citrus and a long, saline finish that mirrors the chalk-rich soils of Ambonnay. The texture is both rich and vibrant, sustained by a thrilling mineral backbone that shapes the wine’s elegance and length. The minimal dosage (1 g/L) enhances purity and definition, while the absence of malolactic fermentation contributes to its vibrant, long-lasting profile.
Praised by critics worldwide, Egly-Ouriet has been awarded the fourth star in the Revue du Vin de France 2025, confirming its status among the greatest Champagne producers. Millésime 2016 is already superb, yet its ageing potential extends well beyond a decade, making it an exceptional choice for collectors and enthusiasts seeking intensity, finesse and longevity.
