J. DE Telmont Champagne

With its extensive facilities, the Maison J. de Telmont is in a constant state of evolution. It has managed to preserve and cultivate the traditions of the artisans who built Champagne’s reputation while at the same time incorporating efficient technological advances in a completely natural process. Henry Lhopital, its founder, established the company in 1912 when he began making wine from the product of his initial hectares. In 1918 Henri decided to sell his products on the open market. He was one of Champagnes first pioneers to become a 'manipulant' having previously just been a grower. In 1945 a new era began with Henri's son Andre at the helm. Andre increased the size of their vineyard by acquiring land covered by the appellation which had been abandoned since the Champagne crisis of 1929. The family enjoyed constant increases in sales and they registered the brand 'J.de Telmont' in 1949. In 1956 Andre's son Serge followed in his fathers and grandfathers footsteps. The family again increased the size of their property in 1956 and again in 1968. They were truly making their mark in the Champagne region and becoming a well respected house with a long family tradition.Today the company is headed by Bertrand Lhopital. The house now boasts several generations of the Lhopital family.

On the banks of the Marne River, 5 kilometres from Epernay, the capital of the Champagne region. The hills slope gently towards the south and south-east, ideally exposed to the sunshine, enhancing the grapes taste and fragrance.The brand’s search for quality is as demanding as that of the greatest champagne houses. By establishing a demanding quality charter, the Maison J. De Telmont is engaging future generations to respect their heritage. The Maison J. De Telmont is proud to market one million three hundred and fifty thousand bottles using the latest technology in an unceasing quest for the finest quality whilst respecting the environment. J. De Telmont uses very strict environmentally-related technical specifications. Its remarkable technical facilities give it a 1.35 million bottle capacity.
Nowadays’ owner: Bertrand Lhopital
Technique Information 
Location: On the banks of the Marne River, 5 kilometres from Epernay, the capital of the Champagne region.
Appellation: Appellation Champagne Controlee
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Acreage: 146 hectare 
Soil: 
Terroir: The hills slope gently towards the south and south-east, ideally exposed to the sunshine.
Grape Varietal: Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay
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Winemaking: 
Cuvees Prestiges 
Champagne J. DE Telmont O.R.1735 : The result of house’s creative imagination, the O.R.1735 cuvee, combines all the savoir faire of Champagne through the selection of terroirs, the expression of Chardonnay grapes grown in the best villages, and a long aging process in our cellars under cork. A genuine moment of history, in itself this cuvee represents 200 years of Champagne history. Opening a bottle takes you on a journey back in time, as you discover all the know-how of Dom Perignon and taste a Champagne found all too rarely nowadays.
Champagne J. DE Telmont Couronnement: Prestige vintage from a magnificent year. Made up exclusively of selected white Chardonnay grapes. This exceptional cuvee was obtained from a selection of the best Cote de Blancs crus. After a meticulous choice of the finest grapes, only the premiere cuvee obtained from the first pressing was used in its composition. The nobility of its origins, its slow production in the purest Champagne tradition and an aging process bringing it up to its apogee, all make this an exceptional vintage that “crowns” our production, and indisputably gives it a place of honour among the top Champagnes. It is reserved for only the most dedicated connoisseurs. Produced by J.De Telmont. 
Champagne J. DE Telmont Consecration: They selected the finest Chardonnay crus (Chouily, Avize), grown as Grand Crus. Only the quintessence is retained in the selection of wines made with these grapes. Complete vinification in oak casks bring out the final expression of these two terroirs. Discovering this cuvee means tasting a Champagne that is not found every day. It is reserved for informed champagne lovers looking for an exclusive cuvee. 
Millesimes 
Champagne J. DE Telmont Blanc de Blancs: The result of our constant search for perfection. The Consecration cuvee has pushed our limits out ever further. Part of our quest lay in selecting the finest Chardonnay crus (Chouilly. Avize), grown as Grand Crus. Only the quintessence is retained in the selection of wines made with these grapes. Complete vinification in oak casks brings out the final expression of these two terroirs. Discovering this cuvee means tasting a Champagne that is not found every day. It is reserved for informed champagne lovers looking for a exclusive cuvee. 
Champagne J. DE Telmont Grand Vintage: The wealth of qualities found in a Champagne produced with the grapes from a single great year make it ideal for aging. Made up exclusively of premiere cuvee white Pinot Noirs, Meunier and Chardonnay.
Classiques
Champagne J. DE Telmont Grand Rose Brut: Savouring a J.de Telmont Rose is like taking a bite out of a delicious piece of fruit. We attain this sensation through our selection of old Pinot vines, a partial saignee to preserve the fruit’s aromatic potential, and assembly with Chardonnay grapes. 
Champagne J. DE Telmont Grande Reserve Brut: This Brut Champagne (which also comes as a Demi-sec) is the result of a subtle marriage of three Champagne varietals: Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay. Generally made up of wines from different years (reserve wines). 
Yield: 
Brands:
Cuvees Prestiges
Champagne J. DE Telmont O.R.1735
Champagne J. DE Telmont Couronnement
Champagne J. DE Telmont Consecration
Millesimes 
Champagne J. DE Telmont Blanc de Blancs
Champagne J. DE Telmont Grand Vintage
Champagne J. DE Telmont Insolite
Classiques
Champagne J. DE Telmont Grand Rose Brut
Champagne J. DE Telmont Grande Reserve Brut
Character: 
Cuvees Prestiges 
Champagne J. DE Telmont O.R.1735: The colour is golden with green reflections, developing towards a deeper shades. It has a good, persistent mousse, ending in an effervescence with fine bubbles. The initial nose has astonishing freshness, with hints of a light evolution. The second nose gives glimpses of more powerful aromas with vanilla notes. In the mouth, there is once more an astonishing freshness followed by a nice, long finish reflecting the nose‘s aromas. 
Champagne J. DE Telmont Couronnement: The colour is beautiful, fine and tenacious pale gold with attractive yellow-green reflections. Very fine effervescence. The initial nose has a rich note developing into aromas of prunes and eau-de vie fruits. The second nose reveals a buttery, mineral note enhanced with fruits and brown sugar flavored fruits, together with a slightly woody hint. In the mouth, there is a good attack with remarkable freshness. There is a hint of butter with complex vanilla and brown sugar, and a developing note accompanied by an elegant coolness, giving it a good, long, rich finish. 
Champagne J. DE Telmont Consecration: The colour is golden with green reflections, developing towards a deeper gold. A good, long-lasting mousse with very small bubbles. The initial nose is powerful, with roasted, buttery notes. The second nose has hazelnut and almond aromas with a hint of vanilla. In the mouth, it develops real refinement and a good length, and has hazelnut, butter and brown sugar notes with a hint of vanilla.
Millesimes 
Champagne J. DE Telmont Blanc de Blancs: The colour is golden with green reflections, developing towards a deeper gold. A good, long-lasting mousse with very small bubbles. The initial nose is powerful, with roasted, buttery notes. The second nose has hazelnut and almond aromas with a hint of vanilla. In the mouth, it develops real refinement and a good length, and has hazelnut, Butter and brown sugar notes with a hint of vanilla. 
Champagne J. DE Telmont Grand Vintage: This is a well-balanced, smooth and fruity Champagne that stands out for its refinement and distinction. The golden reflections in its colour and its exquisite, varied perfumes all express a character of extreme subtlety, combining roundness and persistence, in this Champagne of a single great year. Fine bubbles, a good mousse and an unbroken string of bubbles. A buttery, brioche note can be discerned in the initial nose. When swirled, the nose is more developed and present, with almond and toasted bread notes and hints of aniseed, cinnamon and spices. The attack is strong and sumptuously fresh, with and elegant subtlety. It has a good length in the mouth, when almond and spice (cinnamon) notes return with a hint of aniseed. A beautiful harmony. 
Classiques 
Champagne J. DE Telmont Grand Rose Brut: The transparency of its bottle delicately highlights the tender pink colour of its body. Made from a careful selection of Pinots ripened to perfection and meticulously destalked, this highly elegant champagne exudes wild berry aromas. The colour is raspberry pink with light salmon reflections. Nice, long-lasting mousse with fine bubbles. The initial nose reveals citrus fruit notes (grape fruit and lemon). When swirled, berry notes emerge (strawberry, raspberry and grape), with cherry eventually dominating. In the mouth, the taste buds really explode as if biting into a Morello cherry. There is a good attack with remarkable subtlety and an extraordinarily long finish. A very fresh, fruity cuvee. 
Champagne J. DE Telmont Grande Reserve Brut: A true craftsman in the realm of taste. Our maitre de chais has composed a positive symphony of flavours from 3 champagne grape varieties: Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay. Its smooth freshness will gratify even the most demanding palate. Tiny bubbles and a fine mousse. The initial nose has slightly vinous pear notes. When swirled, the nose is fruity (quince, pear, apple, white fruits) and floral, with peach and Muscat grape aromas and a mineral note. This cuvee has a nice, round attack. The wine is subtle, pleasant, light and fruity, with aromas of pear and quince. A good, rounded finish.
Annually Production:
Best Vintages:1999, 1998, 1996, 1995, 1990, 1989, 1985, 1982. 
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Cuvees Prestiges