Émilien Allouchery La Scène à Écueil Premier Cru Chardonnay Brut (2020)
Émilien Allouchery / Écueil, Montagne de Reims, Champagne, France
The Elegant French Interloper That Kicked Off the Grand Finale
Brilliant pale gold with a fine, persistent stream of delicate bubbles. The nose is sophisticated and vibrant, offering aromas of crisp green apple, Meyer lemon zest, white peach, freshly baked brioche, and subtle chalky minerality. Bone-dry and vibrant on the palate, featuring laser-focused acidity, a creamy mousse texture, and a long, elegant, mineral-driven finish.
⭐ (Meticulously crafted grower Champagne with low dosage and pristine natural acidity; clean, crisp, and wonderfully gentle on the head).
Raw bar selections, delicate seafood carpaccio, oysters, or fine canapés.
What a way to kick off a goodbye dinner at Casamere in Salerno! Sure, we wanted a pure Campania-only marathon, but when a grower Champagne like Émilien Allouchery's La Scène à Écueil drops as the first pairing, you don't complain. Sourced entirely from Premier Cru vines in Écueil and 100% Chardonnay, it’s sharp, buttery, and laser-focused. Even if it’s French instead of local, it set an incredible stage for the evening!