Eric Rodez
About Eric Rodez
Hailing from a familial lineage of winemakers dating back to 1757, Eric Rodez may be a familiar name to those lovers of top Grande Marque Champagne, having been the winemaker for legendary Krug for many years before taking over his ancestorial holdings.
Located in one of the greatest Grands Crus in the region, the village of Ambonnay, Eric Rodez currently cultivates around 16 hectares of prime vineyards, 9 of which are owned by the family. Split between roughly 55% Pinot Noir and 45% Chardonnay, balance and a respect for viticulture is key to the Rodez approach, as is apparent from the quality of his wines. So much so that Rodez was the very first French estate to receive the Haute Valuer Environmentale certificate in 2012.
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(1x150cl) NVJancis Robinson (18)
100% Pinot Noir blend based on 2013. Disgorged September 2018. Dosage 3.5 g/l. Tasted immediately after the all-Pinot Noir Roses de Jeanne 2017 and it's more obviously oaky and savoury on the nose. Rather like the stereotypical Bollinger with lots to chew on – meaty, stereotypically 'masculine'. Very complete and not remotely austere. Dense but also manages to be vibrant and refreshing. Cries out for something to nibble on at the same time, as recommended by the late Edmund Penning-Rowsell. QGV$177.00 -
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Vinous (93)
Bright yellow-gold. An intriguingly perfumed nose evokes poached pear, orange zest, sweet butter and honey, along with a smoky quality and a chalky mineral overtone. Chewy, very deep citrus and orchard fruit flavors are complicated by suggestions of toasted brioche, white truffle and candied fig. Finishes very long and smoky, with resonating floral and mineral qualities. I'd serve this complex Champagne, which comprises wines from 15 different vintages dating back to 1995, with an indulgent, buttery poultry or shellfish dish.$491.00 -
Jancis Robinson (16)
Bottled spring 2013. 30% Chardonnay, 70% Pinot Noir. Vintages 2012 back to 2006. All oak fermented. Quite deep straw. Quite frothy and aggressive mousse. Much harder work than the Blanc de Noirs. Quite a chewy finish. Pretty hard work!$129.00 -
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(6x75cl) 2012$1,105.00
