WINEMAKING :

– At harvest only grapes from the oldest plots are selected, redolent of the richest characteristics that typify the Terroir
– During pressing, only “tête de cuvee” juices (finest juices from the first pressing) are selected
– Vinification takes place entirely in oak barrels
– Absence of malolactic fermentation, retaining all the natural acidity of the grape.
– Bottled without filtering
– Second fermentation in the bottle respecting ancient rules, using a cork rather than a metal capsule.
– Bottles aged in our cellar for at least 10 years (rather than the 3 years usually required)
– Bottling run limited to 2150 bottles.

TASTING :

The complex nose lets aromas of red and blackcurrant and cherry burst out, mixed with a delicate and sensual oakiness and underpinned by vanilla, cinnamon and pear. Attractive scents of citrus (lemon, mandarin), peach and roasted apricot close this superb olfactory experience. The attack on the palate is pure and of rare density, punctuated by a savoury minerality. It is then the turn of the Chardonnay to reveal its palette of buttery brioche and toast notes, which slip over into coffee and chocolate. Its smooth and creamy effervescence turn this Champagne into a great wine.

PAIRING :

To enjoy this Champagne at its best we recommend that you decant it about 30 minutes before tasting at 12° C so that the dormant energy preserved during the long years of ageing can express itself fully.
Dyed in the wool champagne lovers will appreciate this Vintage Champagne as an aperitif.
But this great wine can be matched with unusual dishes such as a sea urchin and crab “nage” with saffron, a risotto with truffles and parmesan or a superb piece of lightly grilled beef

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