Pierre Moncuit Delos Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru is a refined, mineral-driven Grower Champagne produced entirely from 100% Chardonnay grown in the Grand Cru village of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, one of the most celebrated Chardonnay terroirs in Champagne's Côte des Blancs.
Delos is one of the signature cuvées of the family-run Pierre Moncuit estate and offers a classic expression of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger: elegant, precise and beautifully structured, with the chalky mineral character for which this Grand Cru village is renowned.
Although labeled non-vintage, this release is based on the 2021 harvest. Pierre Moncuit favors vinification and aging in stainless steel, allowing the purity of the Chardonnay and its terroir to remain at the forefront. The Brut Delos is finished with a dosage of 7 grams per liter, giving the wine a slightly rounder and more generous profile than the estate's Extra Brut version while retaining freshness and tension.
The Base 2021 release offers an inviting combination of white flowers, orchard fruit, pastry, spice and mint. The palate balances bright acidity with a softer, more generous texture, leading to an elegant, persistent finish. It is a beautifully versatile Champagne for both aperitif drinking and the dinner table.
Pair with oysters, shellfish, sushi, grilled fish, lobster, roast chicken, creamy cheeses or simply enjoy on its own as an elegant aperitif.
Wine Details
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Producer: Pierre Moncuit
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Cuvée: Delos
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Style: Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru
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Base Vintage: 2021
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Country: France
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Region: Champagne
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Subregion: Côte des Blancs
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Village: Le Mesnil-sur-Oger Grand Cru
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Grape: 100% Chardonnay
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Vinification: Stainless steel
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Dosage: 7 g/L
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Disgorgement: May 2025; multiple disgorgements throughout the year
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Vinous Drinking Window: 2025–2031
About Pierre Moncuit
Based in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Champagne Pierre Moncuit is a historic family estate particularly renowned for its Chardonnay-based Champagnes. While the estate's Coulmet cuvée comes from vineyards in Sézanne, Delos is produced from the family's holdings in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, placing it firmly at the heart of the Côte des Blancs.
The name Delos comes from the maiden name of Nicole and Yves Moncuit's mother. The cuvée is one of the domaine's principal Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Champagnes and is produced in both Brut and Extra Brut versions.
91PTS VINOUS MEDIA: The NV (2021) Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Delos Grand Cru is attractive, although a touch svelte in this release, which is not entirely surprising. Brisk acids cut through a core of citrus fruit, while floral and chalky notes lift the mid-palate and finish. Dosage is 3 grams per liter. Disgorged: February 2025; multiple disgorgements throughout the year.
Dosage: 7 grams per liter
Disgorged: May 2025
Drinking Window: 2025–2031
Why We Like It
Delos is an excellent introduction to the distinctive Chardonnay of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. The Brut bottling combines the village's naturally racy, mineral personality with just enough dosage to give the wine additional texture and accessibility. The result is a Champagne that is refined enough for a special occasion but versatile enough to enjoy throughout a meal.
Pierre Moncuit Delos Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru (Base 2021)
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