{"product_id":"philipponnat-les-cintres-extra-brut","title":"Philipponnat Les Cintres Extra Brut","description":"\u003csection class=\"bb-product-detail\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-eyebrow\"\u003eBarrels \u0026amp; Beyond PH · Prestige Champagne\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch1 class=\"bb-product-title\"\u003ePhilipponnat Les Cintres Extra Brut 2006\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"bb-subtitle\"\u003e\nPhilipponnat Les Cintres is a rare single-parcel Champagne sourced from the steepest section of the legendary Clos des Goisses vineyard. The 2006 vintage showcases remarkable power, precision, and depth, revealing the unique character of this exceptional terroir.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-highlight-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-highlight-item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, Champagne, France\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-highlight-item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2006\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-highlight-item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinot Noir\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-highlight-item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra Brut Single-Parcel Champagne\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Les Cintres Parcel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nLes Cintres is the most dramatic parcel within the historic Clos des Goisses vineyard. Located on the steepest portion of the hillside, this south-facing plot receives exceptional sun exposure, allowing the Pinot Noir grapes to achieve remarkable ripeness and concentration.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nBecause of the extreme slope, vineyard work must often be done by hand, contributing to the rarity and prestige of this wine.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe 2006 Vintage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe 2006 vintage in Champagne produced wines of richness and balance. In Les Cintres, the warm conditions allowed Pinot Noir to reach full maturity while preserving the freshness and mineral tension characteristic of the vineyard.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis Extra Brut bottling emphasizes purity, structure, and the singular identity of this remarkable parcel.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nLes Cintres 2006 opens with intense aromas of ripe stone fruit, citrus peel, toasted brioche, and smoky minerality. As the wine evolves, hints of honey, roasted almonds, and spice emerge.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe palate is powerful and layered, displaying rich fruit concentration balanced by vibrant acidity and chalky minerality. The finish is long, structured, and profoundly complex.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLobster and langoustines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast duck or poultry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTruffle dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled seafood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged cheeses such as Comté\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eServing Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nServe between \u003cstrong\u003e10–12°C\u003c\/strong\u003e in a large Champagne glass to allow the wine’s aromatic complexity and structure to fully develop.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAging Potential\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nLes Cintres Champagnes are renowned for their longevity. The 2006 vintage will continue evolving for many years, gaining further depth and complexity with extended cellaring.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Philipponnat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, Champagne, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinot Noir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra Brut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-Parcel Prestige Champagne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-note\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store horizontally in a cool, dark cellar to preserve its structure and aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Champagne Philipponnat","offers":[{"title":"2006 750ml","offer_id":47576732401716,"sku":null,"price":53600.0,"currency_code":"PHP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/1883\/0132\/files\/Philipponnat_Les_Cintres_Extra_Brut_2006_Champagne_bottle.png?v=1773412826","url":"https:\/\/barrelsandbeyondph.com\/products\/philipponnat-les-cintres-extra-brut","provider":"Barrels and Beyond PH","version":"1.0","type":"link"}