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Michel Rutat Les Grillettes
89/100

Michel Rutat

Les Grillettes 75cl

A golden robe with green glints, fine and persistent bubbles. The nose is delicate, weaving white blossom and candied citrus with a gentle brioche note drawn from the oak. On the palate, the attack is lively and precise, unfolding a chalky minerality characteristic of Vertus Premier Cru, before a…

THE CUVÉES OF MAISON MICHEL RUTAT
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89 /100
Aromatic profile

The structure of this champagne

Four dimensions to capture its balance
Freshness
Brut Nature with zero dosage, the chalky vivacity of Vertus comes through with a straight, digestible tension.
Roundness
Partial oak ageing (33%) contributes a discreet, creamy texture without masking the underlying minerality.
Depth
Vines over 60 years old yield a concentrated, expressive substance and impressive depth of character.
Length
A persistent finish of candied citrus and chalk — the unmistakable signature of the Côte des Blancs.

TASTING NOTES

A golden robe with green glints, fine and persistent bubbles. The nose is delicate, weaving white blossom and candied citrus with a gentle brioche note drawn from the oak. On the palate, the attack is lively and precise, unfolding a chalky minerality characteristic of Vertus Premier Cru, before a long, saline finish of lemon zest.

Blend & terroirs

The composition

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Gravure grappe de raisin
0g/LDosage
100%Chardonnay

Terroirs

Sourced from the Les Grillettes parcel at Vertus (Côte des Blancs, Premier Cru), on chalk-rich soils that lend tension and finesse to the Chardonnay. The vines, over 60 years old, express the fullness and concentration of an exceptional terroir farmed according to organic principles.

Michel Rutat

About this house

Champagne René Rutat is a family house established in Vertus, at the heart of the Côte des Blancs, today steered by Flavien and Baptiste Rutat — the fifth generation of artisan growers. Their arrival in 2016 marked a turning point: a commitment to organic viticulture and the creation of the Michel Rutat range, a tribute to their father.

Under this signature, single-parcel cuvées reveal the chalky terroir of Vertus in its purest expression: vines over 60 years old, zero-dosage vinification and partial oak ageing (33%) — champagnes of genuine character, worlds apart from high-volume blends.

Food pairing

The perfect pairing

Between the champagne and its dish
Aperitif

Aperitif

Its fine bubbles and razor-sharp minerality pair beautifully with warm gougères straight from the oven.

Starter

Starter

The purity of the Chardonnay and the salinity of the Brut Nature elevate a peppered sea bass carpaccio, echoing its subtle iodine notes.

Main course

Main course

The mineral tension and length of this zero-dosage cuvée harmonise elegantly with a green asparagus risotto.

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Verified reviews

Customer reviews of the “Les Grillettes” cuvée by Michel Rutat

4.8/5 · 16 reviews

Lorena B.

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Top quality

Tasted it last night. A delicate nose of white flowers. Well packaged; it arrived without a scratch. A lovely surprise – thank you.

Anaïs D.

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Magnificent

Bought to celebrate some good news. Light, airy and utterly addictive. Ordered in the evening, dispatched the next day. A purchase I don’t regret.

Aurélien J.

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Delicious

A lovely surprise when I opened it. The roundness and liveliness are perfectly balanced. Everything was perfect, from ordering to delivery. I’d give it 5 stars without a moment’s hesitation.

Céline D.

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Stunning

A gift for my parents. Complex aromas and lovely liveliness. A real success.

Stéphanie V.

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Perfect as a gift

I’ve given in, and I have no regrets. A lovely balance between liveliness and roundness. A sure bet.

Émilie B.

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Top-class

Recommended for the whole family. Notes of citrus and a hint of brioche – brilliant. Unbeatable value for money.

Vojko K.

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Pure joy

Well done on this lovely bottle. Great length and a hint of minerality. Responsive and professional customer service. It really exceeded my expectations.

Julien D.

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A success

Chosen for a special dinner. A full-bodied, well-balanced wine – superb. The parcel arrived sooner than expected. The sort of bottle that everyone agrees on.

Margot M.

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Absolutely brilliant

Perfect for a wedding. Long-lasting bubbles and an expressive bouquet. I highly recommend it.

Loris O.

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I recommend

Perfect for a birthday. Very refined and elegant. A quick reply to my question before I bought it. Quite simply, nothing to complain about.

Romain V.

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Well done

It really lives up to its reputation. Fruity, lively and perfectly balanced. Very tastefully presented in gift packaging. It has become my go-to champagne.

Alex M.

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Top notch

Served as an aperitif, it’s a real treat. Delicate, refined and devilishly appealing. Perfect as a gift.

Marc D.

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A marvel

Carefully wrapped as a gift. Elegant and full of charm. Premium packaging – it’s a real treat. Just what I needed.

Dominique D.

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A lovely bottle

I fell in love with it straight away. Aromas of brioche and ripe apple. Fast delivery – absolutely no complaints. I’m off to place another order.

Claire B.

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Perfect

Recommended by a friend – spot on. A gourmet champagne, full of vibrancy. A serious and professional service. I’d recommend it to all champagne lovers.

Jul E.

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Favourite

Planned for Christmas, and it was a success. Powerful yet delicate. Easy to order and secure payment. Highly recommended.