Blanc de Blanc

Located in Tasmania, off the southeast coast of Australia, the House of Arras vineyard benefits from a cool maritime climate ideal for producing great sparkling wines. The plots are spread across several Tasmanian sub-regions, offering a diversity of soils and exposures that enriches the wine's complexity. Oceanic influences, with cool breezes and mild nights, allow for a slow ripening of the grapes, preserving the vibrant acidity and remarkable aromatic finesse that are key characteristics of this Blanc de Blancs.

The Chardonnay grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness from several cool coastal plots in Tasmania, then gently pressed in fractions to preserve aromatic purity. The juices are fermented separately in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, with a high proportion of reserve wines to ensure complexity and consistency of style. After secondary fermentation in the bottle, the wine is aged on its lees for several years before disgorgement and moderate dosage to highlight the finesse and minerality of this Blanc de Blancs.

This wine reveals notes of ripe citrus , crisp green apple , and delicate stone fruit , complemented by white floral touches and a subtle brioche and toasty dimension from aging on the lees. Chalky mineral nuances bring tension and precision to the aromatic profile. On the palate, the texture is creamy yet supported by lively acidity , with fine effervescence and a long, saline finish that underscores the elegance of this Blanc de Blancs.

Australia began producing wine more than two centuries ago. This has resulted in a country rich in old vines, multigenerational winemaking families, and a deep-rooted knowledge and respect for craftsmanship. Add to this a thirst for exploration and innovation, a fearless attitude, and a diverse portfolio of 65 wine regions across a wide range of climates, and you have the makings of an extraordinary wine nation. Australia burst onto the export scene in the 1980s and has since been offering the world vibrant, fruity, and exceptionally good-value wines. Until the late 1990s and early 2000s, the history of Australian wine was dominated by examples of Shiraz, Grenache, and overly concentrated red blends. Between these two extremes lies the diverse range of high-quality Australian wines and regional wines that has always existed. Australian viticulture is concentrated primarily along the southern coastline where conditions are cooler. There are four main wine regions, each centered around major cities: Western Australia around Perth, South Australia around Adelaide, Victoria around Melbourne, and New South Wales around Sydney. The country is one of the world's largest wine producers and was the fourth-largest exporter in 2011. This recent development has made Australia one of the most prominent countries for the quality of its wines. You can taste Australian wines throughout the country. Each Australian region has its own grape varieties. Australian wines are defined by their grape variety, unlike French wines, which are defined by their terroir.