 The selected plots have been planted by our forefathers between 1947 and 1953. Since that time, many grape harvests have taken place and many generations followed one another in order to preserve this patrimony and keep all the qualities of these old vine stocks of Pinot Meunier. Some have been planted on franc vine stock, others are the result of old mass selections. All this contributes to give birth to this cuvée, a real tribute to our ancestors and to the grape variety Pinot Meunier.
Cultural practices : traditional, done in a sustainable way and influenced
by ecological methods.
Grape-varieties and vineyard :
- 100 % Pinot Meunier . However there are a few Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Fromenteau vine stocks in those parcels.
- Village de Chavot : Les Charmées, Les Noelles,La Potote, Les Rouges Maisons. Clay and silty soils, quite deep, with a presence of flints and little stones. Chalky subsoils.
- Village of Mancy : Les Hautes Norgeailles, Les Bas putroux. Clay soils with a a little silt stratum in surface. Chalky subsoil.
Method of vinification :
- Grapes are picked up by hand when fully ripen, and traditionally pressed
- Alcoholic fermentation in barrels from Burgundy (aged of 4 years minimum)
- Ageing during 6 months with regular stirring of the lees
- No malolactic fermentation
- Light filtration before bottling during the springs time
Disgorging and dosage : disgorging « à la volée » (by hand), and dosage at 4-5 Gr/l (Extra-brut)
This wine of Champagne shows admirably the great qualities of the Pinot Meunier. Fruity aromas (peach, pear and green apple) added to some delicate floral and smoky notes find a perfect balance and give a long and fresh after taste: the minerality of the terroir is completely privileged.
Wine and food matching : delicious with sushi or raw fish, it will be also elegant during your aperitif.
The first bottles of our vintage 2004 will be released in June 2008.
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