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Ruinart R de Ruinart 2016
91/100

Ruinart

R de Ruinart 2016 75cl

A golden robe with straw-tinged highlights, laced with fine, persistent bubbles. On the nose, white peach, ripe pear and citrus intertwine with brioche and fresh chalk notes — the hallmark of five years ageing on lees. On the palate, the balance is remarkable: the lemony freshness of the chardonnay…

THE CUVÉES OF MAISON RUINART
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Main tenant une coupe de champagne
91 /100
Aromatic profile

The structure of this champagne

Four dimensions to capture its balance
Freshness
The dominant chardonnay delivers a lemony vivacity and a mineral tension characteristic of the Côte des Blancs.
Roundness
The meunier wraps the palate in a gentle fruitiness and a silky texture.
Body
The assemblage remains elegant and restrained, never veering towards heaviness.
Length
Five years of ageing on lees bestow a persistent aromatic finish of toast and brioche.

TASTING NOTES

A golden robe with straw-tinged highlights, laced with fine, persistent bubbles. On the nose, white peach, ripe pear and citrus intertwine with brioche and fresh chalk notes — the hallmark of five years ageing on lees. On the palate, the balance is remarkable: the lemony freshness of the chardonnay converses with the velvety roundness of the meunier, leading to a mineral, lightly toasted finish.

Blend & terroirs

The composition

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Gravure grappe de raisin
5g/LDosage
48%Chardonnay
32%Pinot Noir
20%Meunier

Terroirs

An assemblage drawn predominantly from Grands Crus and Premiers Crus of the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims, lending the 2016 vintage a chalky tension characteristic of Champagne's finest parcels. The year, marked by a sharply contrasting climate, yielded grapes of beautiful ripeness with well-preserved acidity.

Ruinart

About this house

Founded in 1729 by Nicolas Ruinart, the Maison Ruinart is the oldest established Champagne house. For nearly three centuries, it has expressed a singular vision built around the primacy of chardonnay and an aesthetic resolutely devoted to elegance.

Based in Reims and owned by the LVMH group, the house safeguards the integrity of its style. Its crayères — classified as Monuments Historiques and hewn 38 metres below ground — form a unique setting in which wines mature under ideal conditions of temperature and humidity.

Food pairing

The perfect pairing

Between the champagne and its dish
Aperitif

Aperitif

Its fine bubble and mineral freshness pair beautifully with golden cheese gougères.

Starter

Starter

The lemony vivacity of the chardonnay lifts the delicacy of a citrus and fresh herb gravlax.

Main course

Main course

The roundness of the meunier and the finesse of the chardonnay are a graceful companion to a sole meunière au champagne.

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Verified reviews

Customer reviews of the “R de Ruinart 2016” cuvée by Ruinart

4.9/5 · 20 reviews

Ludovic F.

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Perfect as a gift

Bought for a friend who’s a wine enthusiast. A delicate bouquet of white flowers. Easy to order, and delivery went smoothly. Simply put, nothing to complain about.

Itziar G.

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Perfect

Perfect for a romantic dinner for two. Lovely liveliness and vibrant fruitiness. A straightforward ordering process. I’m off to place another order.

Enzo I.

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Very good

Chosen for a special dinner. Citrus notes and a hint of brioche – brilliant. A professional, well-designed website. Unbeatable value for money.

Pascal P.

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A flawless performance

Recommended for the whole family. Just the right amount of dryness, never harsh. Premium packaging – a real treat. A real success.

Loïc M.

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Very satisfied

My first order, and certainly not my last. Good body and a hint of minerality. The sort of bottle everyone can agree on.

Morgane H.

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Top notch

Comes in a lovely box. Fruity, lively and perfectly balanced. A lovely surprise – thank you.

Nicole H.

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A lovely discovery

Recommended by a friend – spot on. A lovely balance between liveliness and roundness. The order was fulfilled without a single hitch. I have no regrets about this purchase.

Lucas J.

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Delighted with my purchase

This champagne was a lovely discovery. Very fresh, without ever being sharp. Just what I was looking for.

Quentin T.

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Stunning

I’ve been a loyal customer for several orders now. Light, airy and incredibly addictive. The parcel was neatly packed and well protected. Top-notch from start to finish.

Sharon D.

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I recommend

Arrived very quickly. Long-lasting bubbles and an expressive bouquet. Flawless – well done.

Baptiste J.

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Impeccable

I couldn’t resist, and I have absolutely no regrets. A creamy texture and a clean finish. Impeccable service. I’d recommend it without a second thought.

Agathe N.

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Well done

I was looking for a lovely champagne. Aromas of brioche and ripe apple. Well presented, in a lovely box. A sure bet.

Fabien G.

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Delicious

Tried it last night. Full-bodied, with lovely structure. The website is clear and ordering is easy. Exactly what I was looking for.

Flavio R.

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A success

Nothing to say – absolutely flawless. An expressive nose, a silky palate and a briny finish. Definitely one to try again.

Jade E.

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Top-class

Discovered via the website. An elegant wine with lovely length. Well packaged and arrived without a scratch. Perfect as a gift.

Michelle D.

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Excellent

Excellent from start to finish. A clean attack and a lingering finish. Everything was perfect, from ordering to delivery. Hats off to the whole team.

Fabien P.

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Without a single false note

Absolutely superb for a special occasion. Fresh, fruity and very elegant. Fairly priced and reliable delivery. Pure delight.

Joakim R.

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Absolutely brilliant

Perfect for a dinner with friends. Its roundness and liveliness are beautifully balanced. I’ll definitely be ordering it again.

Jean T.

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A safe bet

Well done on this lovely bottle. A champagne with real class. The email updates are a real bonus. You’re sure to love it.

Jason S.

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Magnificent

Planned for Christmas, and a success. Hints of brioche and minerality are very much present. A pure delight – well done once again.