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Cœur Des Bar
Blanc de Noirs

Champagne, France

BUBBLY WINE STYLE

Bright and intense gold color. A fresh, rich and powerful nose reveals aromas of ripe fruits. Key aromas of pear and brioche. Perfect harmony between the expressive notes of fruits, with a refined and fresh finish.  A sensation of intense, round, complexity, and fruity with fullness and depth, reminisce of the Côtes des Bar terroir.

Varietals: Pinot Noir
Appellation: Champagne, France
Alcohol: 12.5% alcohol / volume
Total Acidity: 5.9 g/L
Residual Sugar: 8 g/L
Fermentation: Stainless Steel tank
Malolactic: Targeted
Vines: 15 years old minimum
Certified: Sustainable Viticulture in Champagne
Vines: 15 years old minimum
Dosage:
Brut
Serving Temperature:
46-50°F / 8-10°C
Accolades: 93 pts Guide Melendo 2024/2025; 93 pts Wine Enthusiast 2025; 92pts James Suckling 2024

PAIRING SUGGESTIONS:
Serve well chilled.  Enjoy as an aperitif with roasted poultry and truffles. As a first course with scallop carpaccio. For the main course, serve with veal blanquette, chicken with preserved lemon, saffron risotto, freshwater fish, and cheeses.  For dessert, serve with exotic fruits.

ABOUT DEVAUX HOUSE:
DEVAUX House is at the heart of a family saga which begins with the brothers Jules and Auguste Devaux shortly before the middle of the 19th century. The Devaux House was then managed by three inspiring women who led the family winery with remarkable energy and talent in equal measure.

The first woman, Claude-Joseph Devaux (born Ducray), widowed at 39 years old in 1843, founded in 1846 and managed the house “Maison Vve A. Devaux″ in Epernay with her son François-Auguste. His wife, Augusta-Maria Herbin, was to become the second “Devaux widow″ following his death in 1879. She was in charge of the winery until 1895. The DEVAUX brand quickly became successful. By the turn of the century, DEVAUX was exporting 75% of its production.

Then in 1907, following the death of Charles-Auguste Devaux, Marguerite Marie-Louise, the third “Devaux widow” born Hussenot, took over the reins and managed the winery until her death in 1951 at the age of 80, thus concluding an extraordinary saga of “Champagne widows″. She was succeeded by her two sons.

Today, DEVAUX now represent many families. Indeed, this Maison was handed down more than 30 years ago – with a long-term vision – to our families of winemakers. They have all engaged in a human endeavor based on cooperation, and high quality standards. In fact, the last in the Devaux line, Jean-Pol Auguste Devaux, was without an heir.  As such, in 1987 he entrusted the future of Devaux – a brand with a prestigious past and an exciting future – to the “Union Auboise”, now the “Groupe Vinicole Champagne DEVAUX” (then supplier for the DEVAUX “Blanc de Noirs” champagne).

Throughout the years, the cooperative associates of Champagne DEVAUX lovingly lead the vine to deliver its best fruits. They deploy their efforts and their know-how to raise the grapes to the level of excellence required by the taste and character of a Grand Champagne.  Learn more about their vineyards>

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Grande Réserve Brut
Champagne, France

BUBBLY WINE STYLE

Gold yellow in color with floral perfumes and hints of stone fruits such as peach and apricot on the nose. It’s smooth, mellow and luscious with a fine and intense palate on the finish. This wine pairs well with sweetbreads or Fricassée de cèpes.

Analysis: 12% alcohol / volume
Varietal:
70% Pinot Noir (Côte des Bar), 30% Chardonnay (Montgueux, Côte des Blancs, Vitry)
Appellation: Champagne, France
Reserve Wines: 20% to 25%
Alcoholic Fermentation: Stainless steel tank
Malolactic Fermentation: 100%
Aging: 3 years minimum
Disgorgement: Extra aging of 3 months minimum
Awards:

  • Gold – Mundus Vini 2021
  • 94 pts. – Decanter 2020
  • 91 pts. – James Suckling 2021
  • International Wine Challenge 2020 – Michel Parisot elected Sparkling Winemaker of the Year

Winery Commitments:

  • Sustainable vine-growing in Champagne
  • Vines: 15 years old minimum
  • First-press juice only
  • Limited Sulfite use (jetting)
  • Quality certifications

About the Winery:
Devaux Winery, with a rich history dating back to 1846, is a distinguished Champagne house located in the Côte des Bar region of Champagne, France. Known for its commitment to quality and tradition, Devaux produces exceptional sparkling wines. The winery seamlessly blends heritage with modern techniques, crafting unique and refined Champagne expressions that reflect the essence of its vineyards and expertise. Learn more here.

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