Les Enfers Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 60 Months 2015

Intro: Ulysse Collin’s Les Enfers is one of the estate’s most striking Blanc de Blancs Champagnes, crafted from a small 0.62 hectare parcel in the village of Congy. With 60 months of lees aging, the 2015 base release captures extraordinary depth, Burgundian richness, and saline minerality. Often compared to a grand cru white Burgundy with bubbles, it embodies Olivier Collin’s artisanal and terroir driven approach.

Region: Champagne || Winery: Ulysse Collin

Grapes: Chardonnay

Aging: Aged 60 months on lees in bottle before disgorgement

ABV: 12.5% || Decant: 15–20 minutes || Serving Temp: 10–12°C

Pairing: Pork, shellfish, rich fish (salmon, tuna etc), mild and soft cheese

Tasting Notes: The Les Enfers Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 60 Months 2015 reveals with an expressive bouquet of citrus oil, baked bread, anise, beeswax, almond, and delicate white flowers. The palate is full-bodied and layered, revealing ripe orchard fruits, caramelized stone fruit, gingerbread, flint, rose oil, and exotic spices. Lively acidity and saline minerality create remarkable tension, culminating in a long, smoky, and precise finish. Both powerful and elegant, it echoes the energy and refinement of a grand cru white Burgundy in sparkling form.

Rating (Complexity & Vintage Year): 96 BA