R.H. Coutier Cuvee Tradition Brut Champagne

This cuvee is based around the 2013 vintage with the addition of 40% Reserve wines, and was disgorged with 6 grams per liter of dosage. The nose shows a fuller cream richness with some toast, nuts, apples and pear skins. The palate remains present and full with lemon, apples, pears, and a fun mix of cream and nuts.   D&M Tasting Notes

The Coutier family has been in the Grand Cru village of Ambonnay since 1619, though it was only in the twentieth century that they began to make their own cuvees. In 1901, the grandfather of René Coutier bucked with longstanding tradition and bottled his own wine instead of selling it to Charles Heidsieck. The village of Ambonnay has always been known for growing the highest quality Pinot Noir. After WWII, René’s father was the first to plant Chardonnay in this village. Michael Kennel, D&M